600 Réis - Maria I (Dio) 1804-1806 front 600 Réis - Maria I (Dio) 1804-1806 back
600 Réis - Maria I (Dio) 1804-1806 photo
© INCM

600 Réis - Maria I Dio

 
Silver 7.4 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Portuguese India
Queen
Maria I (1786-1799)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1804-1806
Value
1 Rupia = 600 Réis
Currency
Rupia (1706-1880)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.4 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#51003
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Cross of Military Order of Avis with date at corners. Lettering arround

Script: Latin

Lettering:
600___DIO
1-8
0-6

Comment

The above pict is the lot 5907 from INCM (Lisbon Mint House Museum)
Another coin from INCM Museum with date not mentioned at AG or Krause

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 600 Réis - Maria I (Dio) 1804-1806 coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Queen Maria I, who ruled Portugal and its colonies from 1777 until her death in 1816. During her reign, the Portuguese Empire was facing challenges from both within and outside its borders, including conflicts with neighboring countries and the rise of revolutionary movements. Despite these challenges, the 600 Réis coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout Portuguese India, and its design has become a symbol of the region's rich history and cultural heritage.