Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
500 Réis - Pedro II Countermark "500" or "S00" and new lettering over Cruzado João IV ND
| Silver (.917) | 22.9 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Peter II (Pedro II) (1683-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1688-1704 |
| Value | 500 Réis (Reais) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 22.9 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered, Milled, Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#37324 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Countermark [S00] or [500]
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES
Edge
Rope shaped
Comment
To avoid coin cutting a new legend, edge and countermark was applied do 400 Réis from João IV and Afonso VI at the following mint places: Lisboa, Porto, Coimbra, Guarda, Évora and Tavira.The coin was countermarked under the Law 14JUN1698
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 500 Réis - Pedro II coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic change in Portugal. The coin was introduced in 1688, and it's mintage was increased significantly during the reign of King Pedro II, who ruled from 1683 to 1706. This increase in mintage was done to address the growing need for currency in the Portuguese colonies, particularly in Brazil, which was experiencing rapid economic growth during this period. The coin's design, featuring the king's portrait and the Portuguese coat of arms, was also updated during this time to reflect the changing political and economic landscape of Portugal.
