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800 Réis - João V Vila Rica
| Gold (.917) | 1.79 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| King | John V the Magnanimous (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1727-1734 |
| Value | 800 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1654-1799) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 1.79 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#17005 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of João V topped by royal crown.
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
Vila Rica mint, in Minas Gerais, Brazil.800 Réis = ½ Escudo
Overdates variants:
- 1728-M = Bentes 144.03 - Overdate 1727
- 1730-M = Bentes 144.07 - Overdate 172?
- 1733-M = Bentes 144.11 - Overdate 1728
- 1733-M = Bentes 144.12 - Overdate 1729
- 1733-M = Bentes 144.13 - Overdate 1732
- 1734-M = Bentes 144.15 - Overdate 1732
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 800 Réis - João V (Vila Rica) 1727-1734 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time when Brazil was still a Portuguese colony, and the coin's design reflects this history. The obverse side of the coin features an image of King João V of Portugal, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Portuguese Empire. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the cultural and economic ties between Portugal and Brazil during the 18th century.
