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Pataco - Pedro IV
| Bronze | 35 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Peter IV (Pedro IV) (1826-1828) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1826-1828 |
| Value | 1 Pataco = 40 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 35 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#24047 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 46% |
Reverse
Blazon of the kingdom of Portugal ovalized, crowned, value below and motto on each side.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UTILITATI PUBLICAE
* 40 *
Edge
Plain
Comment
Interesting fact
The Pataco coin was the first coin to feature a portrait of King Pedro IV, who ruled Portugal from 1826 to 1828. The coin's design was created by the French engraver, Jean-Baptiste Mercier, and it features a youthful portrait of the king on the obverse side, surrounded by the inscription "PEDRO IV REI DE PORTUGAL". This coin was a significant departure from previous Portuguese coins, which had traditionally featured the royal coat of arms or other symbols of the monarchy. The use of a portrait of the king on the coin was a nod to the growing influence of liberalism and the Enlightenment in Portugal during the 19th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1826 | 1253168 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1827 | 1447180 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1828 | 1378078 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Pataco - Pedro IV 1826-1828 coin.
