© A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
5 Réis - Pedro Prince Regent
| Copper | 11.4 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Regent | Peter (Pedro) (1667-1683) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1675-1677 |
| Value | 5 Réis (Reais) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11.4 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*1677* PORTVGALIE*ET
*V*
Comment
Law: ORDEM 03JUN1676. The date 1675 is probably an essay.Interesting fact
The 5 Réis coin from Portugal featuring Pedro Prince Regent (1675-1677) was made of copper, which was a common material for coins at that time. However, what makes this coin stand out is that it was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of a royal figure, which was a departure from the traditional depiction of mythological figures or symbols on coins. This change in design was a sign of the growing influence of the royal family in Portugal and marked a new era in coinage design.
