Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
7½ Bazarucos - João V Dio
1715 year| Copper | 6.5 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Casa da Moeda de Diu |
| King | João V (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1715 |
| Value | 7½ Bazarucos (0.01) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50369 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Castle over see (Dio Fortress) with value on center
Script: Latin
Lettering: 7 =
Interesting fact
The 7½ Bazarucos coin from Portuguese India, minted in 1715 during the reign of King João V, has a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The coin's obverse side features an image of the king, while the reverse side bears an image of the patron saint of Lisbon, Saint Vincent. This combination of a secular leader and a religious figure on a single coin was a rare occurrence in the coinage of that era, making it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians alike.
