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Ceitil - Sebastião I Group 3- Without circumference on both sides ND
1560 year| Copper | 1.5 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Sebastian (Sebastião) (1557-1578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1560 |
| Value | 1 Ceitil (⅙) |
| Currency | Real branco (1415-1517) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107268 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Shield without castles
Script: Latin
Lettering: SEBASTIANVS : I : REX : P : A
Comment
Group 3 is the most common.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Ceitil - Sebastião I (Group 3- Without circumference on both sides) ND (1560) from Portugal made of Copper weighing 1.5 g is that it was issued during the reign of King Sebastian I, who was known for his ambitious military campaigns and his attempt to conquer Morocco. This coin was likely used to finance his military endeavors and represents a significant moment in Portuguese history.
