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640 Réis - Pedro II Rio de Janeiro and Pernambuco Mints
| Silver (.917) | 19.32 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| King | Peter II the Pacific (1683-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1699-1702 |
| 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#16891 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 69% |
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.
Engraver: Amaro de Barros
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
640 Réis = 2 PatacasNo mintmark = Rio de Janeiro mint.
P mintmark = Pernambuco mint.
Bentes 76.01 - BRAS. DN
Bentes 76.02 - Idem; overdate 1698.
Bentes 76.03 - BRAS. D
Bentes 76.04 - BRAS. DN, inclined reverse at 270º.
Bentes 76.05 - BRAS. D
Bentes 75.01 - ET. BRAS. D
Bentes 75.02 - Idem; overdate 1699.
Bentes 75.03 - ET. BRAS. DN
Bentes 75.04 - ET. BRA. DN
Bentes 75.05 - ET. BRA. D. N
Bentes 75.07 - REX. 'E. BR. DN
Bentes 75.08 - REX. 'E. BR. D
Bentes 75.09 - REX. ET. BRAS. D
Bentes 75.10 - REX. ET. BRAS. DN, overdate 1700.
Bentes 75.11 - REX. ET. BR. DN, overdate 1700.
Bentes 75.12 - REX. B. D
Bentes 75.06 - REX. 'E. B. D
Bentes 75.13 - REX. 'E. B. D
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 640 Réis - Pedro II coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Brazil. The coin was issued during the reign of King Pedro II, who ruled Brazil from 1831 to 1889. During his reign, Brazil experienced significant economic growth and modernization, including the construction of railroads, the expansion of trade, and the abolition of slavery. The 640 Réis coin was a widely used denomination during this time and was an important part of everyday commerce in Brazil.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1699 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1701 P | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1702 P | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 640 Réis - Pedro II (Rio de Janeiro and Pernambuco Mints) 1699-1702 coin.
