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500 Reis - Pedro V

 
Silver (.9167) 12.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Peter V (Pedro V) (1853-1861)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1855-1856
Value
500 Réis
Currency
Real (decimalized, 1835-1910)
Composition
Silver (.9167)
Weight
12.5 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#25042
Rarity index
38%

Reverse

Coat of arms of Portugal draped and crowned
Value belowAutomatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering: 500 REIS

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Law 29JUN1854

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 500 Reis - Pedro V 1855-1856 coin from Portugal is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Pedro V, who was known for his modernizing reforms and efforts to modernize Portugal's economy and infrastructure. The coin's silver content and weight were also significant, as they reflected the country's shift towards a more modern monetary system.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1855  1210000 - - - - - -
1856  1478000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Reis - Pedro V 1855-1856 coin.