Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
6 Vinténs - João VI ND
| Silver (.9167) | 3.67 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John VI (João VI) (1816-1826) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1816-1826 |
| Value | 120 Réis = 6 Vinténs |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.67 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35535 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Cross of the order of Christ with rosettes in the corners, motto in periphery.
Script: Latin
Lettering: **IN*HOC*SIGNO*VINCES*
Edge
Rope shaped
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Vinténs coin from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King João VI, who ruled from 1816 to 1826. The coin was made of silver with a purity of .9167 and weighed 3.67 grams. Despite its relatively small size and value, the coin is a significant piece of Portuguese history and a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
