Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
80 Réis - Maria II Lisboa
1840 year| Copper | 14.8 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Mozambique |
|---|---|
| King | Maria II (1834-1853) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1840 |
| Value | 80 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1706-1910) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 14.8 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#37905 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PECUNIA TOTUM CIRCUMIT ORBEM
80/1840
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 80 Réis - Maria II (Lisboa) 1840 coin from Mozambique is that it was minted during the reign of Queen Maria II of Portugal, who ruled from 1837 to 1853. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during her reign to help standardize the currency in Mozambique, which was a Portuguese colony at the time. The coin's design features an image of the queen on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other. It's made of copper and weighs 14.8 grams, making it a substantial coin that was likely used for larger transactions. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in African and Portuguese colonial history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1840 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 80 Réis - Maria II (Lisboa) 1840 coin.
