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60 Réis - Tanga - Maria II Pattern, Damão
1834 year| Copper | 39 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Casa da Moeda de Damão |
| Queen | Maria II (1834-1853) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1834 |
| Value | 60 Réis = 1 Tanga (0.1) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 39 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#104845 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Denomination within a plant crown.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
60
R
Interesting fact
The Pattern 60 Réis - Tanga - Maria II (Pattern, Damão) 1834 coin is a rare and unique coin that was minted in Portuguese India during the reign of Queen Maria II. It is known for its unusual design, which features a blend of Portuguese and Indian elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts the queen's crowned bust, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a tanga (a type of Indian boat) surrounded by foliage and the denomination "60 Réis" in Portuguese. The coin's design is a reflection of the cultural exchange and blending that occurred between Portugal and India during the colonial period.
