Cruzado - Afonso V (Lisboa) ND (1457-1481) front Cruzado - Afonso V (Lisboa) ND (1457-1481) back
Cruzado - Afonso V (Lisboa) ND (1457-1481) photo
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Cruzado - Afonso V Lisboa ND

 
Gold (.990) 3.55 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Afonso V (1438-1481)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1457-1481
Value
1 Cruzado
Currency
Real branco (1415-1517)
Composition
Gold (.990)
Weight
3.55 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#35562
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: +ALFOИSVS:QUIИTI:REGIS.PORTVGA

Comment

This is the first "Cruzado". Named "Cruzado" because it was to finance a crusade to Africa.
It has more than 20 known variations.
The picture is AG# A5.31.19v

Interesting fact

The Cruzado - Afonso V (Lisboa) ND (1457-1481) coin from Portugal made of Gold (.990) weighing 3.55 g is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during the reign of King Afonso V of Portugal, also known as Afonso the African, who was known for his military campaigns in North Africa and his role in the Portuguese discoveries.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1457-1481)  - - - - - -

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