Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
8 Macutas - José I
| Silver (.917) | 11.7 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| King | José I (1750-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1762-1770 |
| Value | 8 Macutas (400) |
| Currency | Real (18th century-1914) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 11.7 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#53275 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Denomination within laurel wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
.1770.
*.AFRICA·PORTUGUEZA·*
MACUTAS
8
Translation: Portuguese Africa
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 8 Macutas coin from Angola, which features José I, was minted during a time of great change in the region. The coin was introduced in 1762, just a few years after the Portuguese took control of the area from the Dutch. At the time, Angola was an important center for the slave trade, and the coin was likely used to facilitate transactions involving enslaved people. Despite its dark history, the coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with some mint conditions selling for thousands of dollars.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1770 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Macutas - José I 1762-1770 coin.
