Cruzado Novo - Maria I


Silver (.917)	14.5 g	36 mm

Description

Issuer	Portugal
Queen	Maria I (1777-1799)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1786-1799
Value	480 Réis = 1 Cruzado
Currency	Real (1517-1835)
Composition	Silver (.917)
Weight	14.5 g
Diameter	36 mm
Thickness	1.5 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized	Yes
Updated	2024-10-07

References

Numista	N#25672
Rarity index	63%

Reverse

Cross of the order of Christ with rosettes in the corners.
Latin legends in periphery. Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES

Edge

String shape

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 Maria I of Portugal, minted between 1786 and 1799, is notable for its unique design. The obverse side features an image of the queen, while the reverse side bears an image of the royal coat of arms. Additionally, the coin's silver content of .917 gives it a distinctive value among collectors.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
1786	2039	-	-	-	-	-	-
1788	1620	-	-	-	-	-	-
1792	6750	-	-	-	-	-	-
1793	499617	-	-	-	-	-	-
1794	336901	-	-	-	-	-	-
1795	715544	-	-	-	-	-	-
1796	476346	-	-	-	-	-	-
1797	1013140	-	-	-	-	-	-
1798	1376187	-	-	-	-	-	-
1799	724663	-	-	-	-	-	-

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Cruzado Novo - Maria I 1786-1799 coin.