© Numisma Leilões
© Numisma Leilões
Cruzado "R-P, 7 castles" - João III 3rd type, Porto ND
| Gold (.9426) | 3.6 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John III (João III) (1521-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1537-1538 |
| Value | 1 Cruzado (400) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.9426) |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#366392 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES
Comment
Today (2021) this coin is part of the Novo Banco colectionInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Cruzado "R-P, 7 castles" coin is that it was minted during the reign of King João III of Portugal, who was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Portuguese economy. The coin's design, which features 7 castles and the letters "R-P" (for "Rex Portugaliae," or King of Portugal), was meant to symbolize the country's growing wealth and power during this time. Despite being made of gold, the coin was still used as a circulating currency, highlighting the value and importance of gold in the Portuguese economy during the 16th century.
