800 Réis - Maria I and Pedro III (Bahia) 1782-1786 front 800 Réis - Maria I and Pedro III (Bahia) 1782-1786 back
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800 Réis - Maria I and Pedro III Bahia

 
Gold (.917) 1.8 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Brazil
Queen
Mary I the Mad with consort Peter III the Builder (1777-1786)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1782-1786
Value
800 Réis
Currency
Real (1654-1799)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
1.8 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#332219
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Royal arms of Maria I and Pedro III.

Engraver: José Gaspard

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

800 Réis = ½ Escudo

 KM #213 / Bentes 261: 1st Type - Mintmark B far from date; Rare.
 KM #213 / Bentes 262: 2nd Type - Mintmark B next to date; Rare.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 800 Réis - Maria I and Pedro III (Bahia) 1782-1786 coin from Brazil is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Brazil. The coin was issued during the reign of Queen Maria I and her husband Pedro III, who ruled Brazil from 1777 to 1816. During their reign, Brazil experienced significant economic growth and development, particularly in the mining and agriculture sectors. The coin's mintage was likely a response to the growing demand for currency in the expanding economy. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold (.917) and weighed 1.8 grams suggests that it was a valuable and highly sought-after coin during its time.