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Ceitil - João III Group 7 - Castle with high wall, with or without door ND
| Copper | 1.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John III (João III) (1521-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1535-1540 |
| Value | 1 Ceitil (⅙) |
| Currency | Real branco (1415-1517) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Portuguese coat of arms
Lettering with many variations
Script: Latin
Lettering: + IOHANES : REX : PORTVGA
Edge
Script: Latin
Comment
Interesting fact
The Ceitil coin , which features a castle with a high wall and was minted during the reign of King João III of Portugal, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's estimated that only around 100 of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after piece for numismatists.
