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800 Réis - João V 4th Type of Shield; Bahia
| Gold (.917) | 1.79 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| King | John V the Magnanimous (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1727-1750 |
| Value | 800 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1654-1799) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 1.79 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#315737 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of João V topped by royal crown.
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
800 Réis = ½ EscudoInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 800 Réis - João V (4th Type of Shield; Bahia) coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King João V, who ruled Brazil from 1706 to 1750, and was part of a series of coins that were introduced to address the shortage of small denomination coins in circulation. The coin's design features the king's shield on one side and the value of 800 réis on the other, and it was made of gold (.917) weighing 1.79 grams. Despite its small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of Brazil during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1750 B | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 800 Réis - João V (4th Type of Shield; Bahia) 1727-1750 coin.
