Bazaruco - João III Goa ND
| Copper | 0.9 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João III (1521-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1522-1557 |
| Value | ¼ Bazaruco = 0.5 Reais (1⁄720) |
| Currency | Pardau (1509-1580) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49541 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Christo Cross or "R"
Comment
Currency during kings João III and Sebastião reign:1 Pardau= 6 Tangas= 6 Bastardos= 360 Reais= 180 Bazarucos= 900 dinheiros
1 Soldo= 10 Dinheiros
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Bazaruco - João III (Goa) ND (1522-1557) coin is that it was issued during the reign of King João III of Portugal, who was also known as João III the Pious. He was a member of the House of Aviz and ruled Portugal from 1521 until his death in 1557. During his reign, he focused on strengthening the Portuguese Empire and increasing its influence in Asia and the Americas. The Bazaruco coin was likely used to facilitate trade and commerce within the Portuguese Empire during this time.
