5000 Reis - Luis I (Pattern) 1866 front 5000 Reis - Luis I (Pattern) 1866 back
5000 Reis - Luis I (Pattern) 1866 photo
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5000 Reis - Luis I Pattern

1866 year
Gold 8.86 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Luís I (1861-1889)
Type
Pattern
Year
1866
Value
5000 Réis
Currency
Real (decimalized, 1835-1910)
Composition
Gold
Weight
8.86 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#131971
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned and mantled arms above value.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 5000 REIS

Edge

REEDED

Comment

Coin MCM 6185 from INCM museum

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5000 Reis - Luis I (Pattern) 1866 from Portugal is a rare and unique coin, with only 20 examples known to exist. It was designed by the French engraver, Jean-Baptiste Mercier, and features a portrait of King Luis I on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other. The coin was never officially released into circulation, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.