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Cruzado Novo - Pedro II Porto
| Silver (.9167) | 17 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Peter II (Pedro II) (1683-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1688-1702 |
| Value | 480 Réis = 1 Cruzado |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 17 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#25658 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Cross of the Order of Christ with the letter "P" in the corners.
Legends around the edges
Script: Latin
Lettering:
•IN * HOC * SIGNO * VINCES.
P P
P P
Edge
Rope shaped
Comment
The reference results from the combination of lettering with the type of crown.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 mark.
Interesting fact
The Cruzado Novo coin featuring Pedro II (Porto) 1688-1702 from Portugal is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during a time when Portugal was experiencing significant economic growth and cultural development. The coin's silver content and weight also make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
