Ceitil - João II (Group 2 - Arched wall with battlements) ND (1481-1495) front Ceitil - João II (Group 2 - Arched wall with battlements) ND (1481-1495) back
Ceitil - João II (Group 2 - Arched wall with battlements) ND (1481-1495) photo
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Ceitil - João II Group 2 - Arched wall with battlements ND

 
Copper 1.7 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
John II (João II) (1481-1495)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1481-1495
Value
1 Ceitil (⅙)
Currency
Real branco (1415-1517)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.7 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#40294
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

Portuguese coat of armsAutomatically translated

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: IOHANES:S€CUNDOS:REIS:PORT

Lettering (regular font): IOHANES:S€CUNDOS:REIS:PORT

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Interesting fact

The Ceitil coin was issued during the reign of King João II of Portugal, who ruled from 1481 to 1495. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an arched wall with battlements on the reverse side, which was a common design element in Portuguese coinage during this period. The battlements were added to the coin's design to symbolize the strength and fortification of the Portuguese kingdom.