Cinquinho - Manuel I ND (1495-1521) front Cinquinho - Manuel I ND (1495-1521) back
Cinquinho - Manuel I ND (1495-1521) photo
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Cinquinho - Manuel I ND

 
Silver (.9167) 0.5 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Manuel I (1495-1521)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1495-1521
Value
5 Réis (Reais)
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Silver (.9167)
Weight
0.5 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#99496
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: I:M:R:P:ET:A:D:G

Comment

The picture is the coin MCM 4943 (INCM Museum)

Interesting fact

The Cinquinho coin was used as a form of currency during the reign of King Manuel I of Portugal, who ruled from 1495 to 1521. The coin was made of silver and had a value of 5 réis, which was a significant amount during that time period. Despite its small size, the coin was an important part of the Portuguese economy and was used for everyday transactions. Today, the Cinquinho coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in the history of Portuguese currency.