Escudo - José I (Lisboa, Bahia and Rio mints) 1751-1777 front Escudo - José I (Lisboa, Bahia and Rio mints) 1751-1777 back
Escudo - José I (Lisboa, Bahia and Rio mints) 1751-1777 photo
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Escudo - José I Lisboa, Bahia and Rio mints

 
Gold (.9167) 3.580 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Joseph I (José I) (1750-1777)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1751-1777
Value
1600 Reis = 1 Escudo
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
3.580 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#25667
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

King's Shield

Edge

Rope shaped

Comment

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Escudo - José I (Lisboa, Bahia and Rio mints) 1751-1777 from Portugal made of Gold (.9167) weighing 3.580 g is that it was minted during a time of great change and expansion for Portugal. During the reign of King José I, Portugal experienced significant economic growth and colonial expansion, and this coin was minted to meet the increasing demand for currency. The fact that it was made of gold, which was a valuable and coveted metal at the time, speaks to the wealth and prosperity of Portugal during this period. Additionally, the fact that it was minted at three different locations (Lisboa, Bahia, and Rio) highlights the extent of Portugal's colonial reach and influence.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1764  4311 - - - - - -
1765  1136 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Escudo - José I (Lisboa, Bahia and Rio mints) 1751-1777 coin.