Cruzado - Manuel I (Porto) ND (1497-1521) front Cruzado - Manuel I (Porto) ND (1497-1521) back
Cruzado - Manuel I (Porto) ND (1497-1521) photo
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Cruzado - Manuel I Porto 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#365875
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: +EMAnVEL:P:R:P:ET:A:Dns:GVInE:

Edge

Plain

Comment

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

What identifies this coin as being from Porto is the use of the "n" instead of the inverted "N": "И"
A mark under the cross ".º." has only bee used at Porto.

Interesting fact

The Cruzado - Manuel I (Porto) ND (1497-1521) coin from Portugal made of Gold (.989) weighing 3.5 g is a rare and valuable coin, with only a limited number minted during its time. It is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists and historians, and its value can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on its condition and rarity.