5000 Reis - Luiz I (Pattern) 1888 front 5000 Reis - Luiz I (Pattern) 1888 back
5000 Reis - Luiz I (Pattern) 1888 photo
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5000 Reis - Luiz I Pattern

1888 year
Copper 3.96 g -
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Luís I (1861-1889)
Type
Pattern
Year
1888
Value
5000 Réis
Currency
Real (decimalized, 1835-1910)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.96 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#316697
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned shield without face value

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5000 Reis - Luiz I (Pattern) 1888 is a rare and unique coin, with only 100 pieces minted. It was created as a trial strike, and the design was never officially adopted for circulation. As a result, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable piece of numismatic history.