© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
500 Escudos Vasco da Gama Bridge
1998 year| Silver (.500) | 14 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| 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#13044 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
A bridge above sails of an old ship, legend and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PONTE VASCO DA GAMA
1998
Engraver: Vitor Santos
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Vasco de Gama Bridge is a viaduct that crosses the Tagus River to the north of Lisbon. 17 km long, it was built for the 1998 Universal Exhibition.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Vasco da Gama Bridge commemorative coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the bridge's engineering and architectural significance. The coin's obverse side features a detailed image of the bridge, while the reverse side bears the coat of arms of Portugal and the inscription "500 Escudos." This coin was minted in 1998 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Vasco da Gama's voyage to India, and it serves as a symbol of Portugal's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 INCM | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Escudos (Vasco da Gama Bridge) 1998 coin.
