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Moeda - João V Lisboa, Porto, Rio, Bahia and Minas mints
| Gold (.9166) | 10.76 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John V (João V) (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1707-1727 |
| Value | 1 Moeda (4800) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.9166) |
| Weight | 10.76 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#116787 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Jerusalem cross with quatrefoils in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES 1714
Edge
Rope shaped
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.
Therefore, the value of this coin is 4800 and not 4000 Reís.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the João V coin is that it was minted in five different locations: Lisboa, Porto, Rio, Bahia, and Minas. This is indicated by the letters "L", "P", "R", "B", and "M" on the coin, which represent the respective mints. This is a unique feature of the coin and a testament to the extensive reach of the Portuguese Empire at the time.
