500 Réis - Charles I 1891-1908 front 500 Réis - Charles I 1891-1908 back
500 Réis - Charles I 1891-1908 photo
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500 Réis - Charles I

 
Silver (.917) 12.5 g 30.59 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Carlos I (1889-1908)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1891-1908
Value
500 Réis
Currency
Real (decimalized, 1835-1910)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
12.5 g
Diameter
30.59 mm
Thickness
2.04 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#13025
Rarity index
12%

Reverse

Crowned arms within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering: 500 REIS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 500 Réis coin from Portugal, minted between 1891 and 1908, features an image of King Charles I on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other. The coin was made of silver (.917) and weighed 12.5 grams. It's interesting to note that the coin's design was inspired by the Gothic style, which was popular during the time period. The intricate details and ornate features of the coin make it a unique and beautiful piece of numismatic history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1891  12476000 - - - - - -
1892  4716000 - - - - - -
1893  2494000 - - - - - -
1894  254000 - - - - - -
1895  216000 - - - - - -
1896  5120000 - - - - - -
1898  1320000 - - - - - -
1899  3100000 - - - - - -
1900  200000 - - - - - -
1901  1050000 - - - - - -
1903  680000 - - - - - -
1906  240000 - - - - - -
1907  384000 - - - - - -
1908  1840000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Réis - Charles I 1891-1908 coin.