Ceitil - João III (Group 2 - Castle with wall in two bodies) ND (1522-1536) front Ceitil - João III (Group 2 - Castle with wall in two bodies) ND (1522-1536) back
Ceitil - João III (Group 2 - Castle with wall in two bodies) ND (1522-1536) photo
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Ceitil - João III Group 2 - Castle with wall in two bodies ND

 
Copper 1.8 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
John III (João III) (1521-1557)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1522-1536
Value
1 Ceitil (⅙)
Currency
Real branco (1415-1517)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.8 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#107223
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Portuguese coat of arms, crowned or with three washers around.
Lettering with many variations

Script: Latin

Lettering: + IOHANES : 3 : R : P : A : D: G

Comment

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Ceitil - João III (Group 2 - Castle with wall in two bodies) ND (1522-1536) from Portugal made of Copper weighing 1.8 g is that it was minted during the reign of King John III of Portugal, who ruled from 1521 to 1557. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign to promote trade and commerce in Portugal. The design of the coin features a castle with a wall in two bodies, which symbolizes the strength and fortification of the Portuguese kingdom during that time.