640 Réis - João, Prince Regent 1806-1808 front 640 Réis - João, Prince Regent 1806-1808 back
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640 Réis - João, Prince Regent

 
Silver (.917) 17.92 g 37 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
Regent
John VI the Clement (1799-1816)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1806-1808
Value
640 Réis
Currency
Real (1799-1942)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
17.92 g
Diameter
37 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#36269
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Sash with initial crosses globe within cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
STAB. SUBQ. SIGN. NATA
B

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 640 Réis - João, Prince Regent 1806-1808 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the regency of João, Prince Regent, who ruled Brazil on behalf of his mother, Queen Maria I, while she was in Portugal. This period saw significant growth and development in Brazil, including the expansion of agriculture, mining, and trade, which led to an increase in the demand for currency. As a result, the 640 Réis coin was minted to meet the needs of the growing economy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1806 B 8983 - - - - - -
1807 B 6405 - - - - - -
1808 B 125338 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 640 Réis - João, Prince Regent 1806-1808 coin.