© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
5 Xerafins São Tomé - José I Damão
1755 year| Gold | 2.9 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Casa da Moeda de Damão |
| King | José I (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1755 |
| Value | 5 Xerafins= 2.5 Rupias |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50888 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of Saint Thomas with date below
Script: Latin
Lettering: 17 | 55
Comment
The above pict is a PhotoShop work and might not be 100% correctExample of a real coin NUMISMA AUCTION 133
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Xerafins São Tomé - José I (Damão) 1755 coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during a time when the Portuguese Empire was at its peak, and the coin's design reflects the influence of both Portuguese and Indian cultures. The obverse of the coin features an image of King José I of Portugal, while the reverse features an image of a local Indian king, highlighting the blending of cultures that occurred during this time period. Additionally, the coin's gold content and relatively low weight make it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists.
