600 Réis "Rupia" - Maria II (Diu) 1841 front 600 Réis "Rupia" - Maria II (Diu) 1841 back
600 Réis "Rupia" - Maria II (Diu) 1841 photo

600 Réis "Rupia" - Maria II Diu

1841 year
Silver (.917) 7.8 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Portuguese India
Issuing entity
Casa da Moeda de Diu
Queen
Maria II (1834-1853)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1841
Value
1 Rupia = 600 Réis
Currency
Rupia (1706-1880)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
7.8 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#45595
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
600
1841
DIO

Comment

Another one auctioned by Morton & Eden in which the engraving is rougher:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 600 Réis "Rupia" coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during the reign of Queen Maria II, who was only 15 years old at the time. Despite her young age, Maria II played an important role in the country's transition from a colonial territory to a constitutional monarchy. This coin is a testament to her legacy and the historical significance of Portuguese India.