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6 Escudos - Republic
1959 year| Nickel brass (61% Copper, 20% Zinc, 19% Nickel) | 14 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1910-1961) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1959 |
| Value | 6 Escudos |
| Currency | Escudo (1958-1961) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (61% Copper, 20% Zinc, 19% Nickel) |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 15 May 1962 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#11770 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Shield on lined circle at center of Order of Christus Cross, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA·PORTUGUESA
·1959·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Escudos - Republic 1959 coin from Portuguese India is that it features a unique blend of metals, with 61% copper, 20% zinc, and 19% nickel. This composition, known as nickel brass, gives the coin a distinctive golden color and makes it stand out from other coins of its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Escudos - Republic 1959 coin.
