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640 Réis - João V Crown with 5 Arches; Lisbon and Rio de Janeiro Mints
| Silver (.917) | 19.32 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| King | John V the Magnanimous (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1748-1750 |
| Value | 640 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1654-1799) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 19.32 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#17010 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
An armillary sphere in front of the Order of Christ cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SVBQ. SIGN. NATA. STAB.
Translation: Born under a steady sign.
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
640 Réis = 2 PatacasKM 158.1 and 158.2 (Crown with 5 Arches; Rio de Janeiro Mint); Minted for general circulation:
Bentes 152.01; KM#156.1 - Oval sphere.
Bentes 152.02; KM#156.2 - Round sphere.
Bentes 152.03; KM#156.2 - Round sphere.
Bentes 152.04; KM#156.2 - Round sphere.
KM 158.3 (Crown with5 Arches; Lisbon Mint); Minted as provincial coin to circulate in State of Grão-Pará and Maranhão:
Bentes 151.01 - Struck as a provincial coin.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 640 Réis - João V coin is that it was minted in two different locations, Lisbon and Rio de Janeiro, which is reflected in the design of the coin. The obverse features the crown with 5 arches, which represents the five continents that were known at the time, and the reverse features the coat of arms of Portugal. This coin was minted during the reign of King João V, who ruled Portugal from 1706 to 1750, and was a time of great economic and cultural growth for the country.
