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960 Réis - João Prince Regent Countermarked 8 Reales; Mato Grosso ND
| Silver (.896) | 27.0674 g | - |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| Regent | John VI the Clement (1799-1816) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1791-1808 |
| Value | 960 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1799-1942) |
| Composition | Silver (.896) |
| Weight | 27.0674 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#36213 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned arms between pillars.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·HISPAN·ET IND·REX·TS·8R·P·I·
Comment
Counterstamp on Bolivia 8 Reales, KM#73.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 960 Réis - João Prince Regent (Countermarked 8 Reales; Mato Grosso) ND (1791-1808) coin from Brazil is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Brazil. The coin was minted during the regency of João, Prince Regent, who ruled Brazil on behalf of his mother, Queen Maria I, while she was dealing with mental health issues. This period saw significant economic growth and development in Brazil, particularly in the mining industry, which led to an increase in the production of silver coins like this one. Additionally, the countermarking of the coin with the 8 Reales symbol indicates that it was used in the province of Mato Grosso, which was an important region for trade and commerce during this time.
