Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Cruzado Novo - Pedro II Lisbon
| Silver (.9167) | 17.31 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Peter II (Pedro II) (1683-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1688-1706 |
| Value | 1 Cruzado Novo = 480 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 17.31 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35566 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
1)Porto-> 4PP instead of 4**
2)Lisboa->Christo Cross witk 4** on corner (picture)
Script: Latin
Lettering: .IN * HOC * SIGNO * VINCES.
Comment
In 1688 the price of the gold ant the silver increase by 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 by 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 Pedro II of Portugal, minted between 1688 and 1706, has an interesting feature. It contains a unique minting error, known as a "clipped corner." This occurs when a small portion of the coin's edge is accidentally cut off during the minting process, creating a distinctive notch on the coin's rim. While considered a flaw, this error has become a sought-after feature among collectors, making the coin even more valuable and sought after.
