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500 Escudos Banco de Portugal ND
1996 year| Silver (.500) | 14 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 500 Escudos (500 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#11696 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Bank seal - Banco de Portugal
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANCO DE
PORTUGAL
BANCO DE PORTUGAL
1846-1996
Engraver: Irene Vilar
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Banco de Portugal is the central bank of the Republic of Portugal. It was founded on November 19, 1846 and is part of the European System of Central Banks.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the discovery of the Madeira Islands by the Portuguese explorer, João Gonçalves Zarco, in 1419. The coin's design features an image of Zarco's ship, the "Santa Maria," on the obverse, and the coat of arms of Portugal on the reverse. This coin is a unique piece of history that not only honors a significant event in Portuguese exploration but also showcases the country's rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1996) INCM | 620000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Escudos (Banco de Portugal) ND (1996) coin.
