Cruzado Novo - João Prince Regent (2nd Type) 1802-1816 front Cruzado Novo - João Prince Regent (2nd Type) 1802-1816 back
Cruzado Novo - João Prince Regent (2nd Type) 1802-1816 photo
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Cruzado Novo - João Prince Regent 2nd Type

 
Silver (.9167) 15 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Regent
John (João) (1799-1816)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1802-1816
Value
1 Cruzado Novo = 480 Réis
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Silver (.9167)
Weight
15 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#26934
Rarity index
31%

Reverse

Cross of the order of Christ with rosettes in the corners.
Latin legends on the peripheryAutomatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES

Edge

Rope shaped

Comment

In 1688 the price of the gold ant the silver rise 20%. There was no time to collect and cast the circulating coin. Therefore, by the Law 04AUG1688, the value of the silver and gold coins was also increased 20%. However, during ~150 years the coinage remains unchanged with the circulating coins having a value ~20% above the face value.

Interesting fact

The Cruzado Novo coin featuring João Prince Regent (2nd Type) from Portugal, minted between 1802 and 1816, is notable for its unique design. The obverse side features an image of the prince regent, while the reverse side bears an image of the Portuguese coat of arms. This coin was minted during a time of great change in Portugal, as the country was in the midst of the Peninsular War, fighting against French invasion. Despite this, the coin's design remained relatively unchanged during this period, with only minor variations in the prince regent's portrait. This fact highlights the resilience and stability of the Portuguese monetary system during a time of great turmoil.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1802  265369 - - - - - -
1805  41464 - - - - - -
1807  363903 - - - - - -
1808  4259306 - - - - - -
1809  1659105 - - - - - -
1810  796569 - - - - - -
1811  959652 - - - - - -
1812  2796826 - - - - - -
1813  3853667 - - - - - -
1814  4296445 - - - - - -
1815  5097250 - - - - - -
1816  4938326 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Cruzado Novo - João Prince Regent (2nd Type) 1802-1816 coin.