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Índio - Manuel I Lisbon ND
1521 year| Silver (.9167) | 3.3 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Manuel I (1495-1521) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1521 |
| Value | Índio = ⅓ Tostão (33.3) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#360882 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: : IИ : HOC : SIGИO : VIИCES
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Índio - Manuel I (Lisbon) ND (1521) from Portugal is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of King Manuel I, who ruled Portugal from 1495 to 1521, while the reverse side depicts an indigenous person, representing the indigenous peoples of the Americas who were encountered by Portuguese explorers during the Age of Discovery. This design serves as a reminder of Portugal's rich history and its role in shaping the modern world.
