Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Patacão - João III ND
| Copper | 16 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John III (João III) (1521-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1550-1557 |
| Value | 10 Réis (Reais) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 16 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#39455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: ºREXºQVINTVSºDECIMVS
Comment
Minted under the Law 16 OCT, 1550Interesting fact
The Patacão - João III ND (1550-1557) coin was used as a form of currency during the reign of King João III of Portugal, and it was the first coin to feature the image of a Portuguese king. This was a significant departure from previous coins, which had typically featured religious symbols or other motifs. The inclusion of the king's image on the coin was a symbol of the growing power and influence of the Portuguese monarchy during this time period.
