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5000 Réis - Pedro II

 
Gold (.917) 4.4824 g 19.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
Emperor
Peter II the Magnanimous (1831-1889)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1854-1859
Value
5000 Réis
Currency
Real (1799-1942)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
4.4824 g
Diameter
19.5 mm
Thickness
0.9 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#36143
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

Coat of arms of the Second Empire of Brazil, topped by the legend: IN HOC SIG- -NO VINCES.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN HOC SI- -GNO VINCES

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5000 Réis - Pedro II 1854-1859 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system aimed at stabilizing the economy and combating inflation, which had risen significantly in the previous decades. Despite the challenges, the coin remained in circulation for over 30 years, indicating its durability and reliability as a medium of exchange.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1854  20654 - - - - - -
1855  46510 - - - - - -
1856  27444 - - - - - -
1857  4631 - - - - - -
1858  1146 - - - - - -
1859  493 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5000 Réis - Pedro II 1854-1859 coin.