Cruzado - Manuel I (Lisboa) ND (1497-1521) front Cruzado - Manuel I (Lisboa) ND (1497-1521) back
Cruzado - Manuel I (Lisboa) ND (1497-1521) photo
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Cruzado - Manuel I Lisboa ND

 
Gold (.989) 3.5 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Manuel I (1495-1521)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1497-1521
Value
1 Cruzado (400)
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Gold (.989)
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#365890
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross with a star in the center of the cross and one point above.

Script: Latin

Lettering: +I:EMANVEL:R:P:ET:A:D:GVIИE

Comment

The value of the coin was 380 reais in 1497. In 1517 was increased to 400 reais.

Interesting fact

The Cruzado - Manuel I (Lisboa) ND (1497-1521) coin from Portugal made of Gold (.989) weighing 3.5 g is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during the Renaissance period, and its design features the image of King Manuel I, who was known for his strong leadership and naval expeditions that helped establish Portugal as a major seafaring power.