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Peça - João V L - Lisbon
1722 year| Gold (.9166) | 14.3 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John V (João V) (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1722 |
| Value | 1 Peça = 6400 Reis = 4 Escudos |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.9166) |
| Weight | 14.3 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#88501 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms in cartouche
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN.HOC.SIGNO.VINCES.
Edge
Rope shaped
Comment
Extremely rare type struck in 1722. The only one with the "L" mintmark for LisbonInteresting fact
The João V coin, also known as the "Peça de João V," was a gold coin minted during the reign of King João V of Portugal in the early 18th century. It was a standard circulation coin and was minted in Lisbon, which is represented by the letter "L" in the coin's inscription. The coin weighs 14.3 grams and is made of gold with a purity of .9166, which is equivalent to 22-karat gold. Interestingly, the João V coin was used as a form of currency in Portugal and its colonies, including Brazil, during the 18th and 19th centuries. It was a highly valued coin and was used for large transactions, such as buying and selling property or paying taxes. Today, the coin is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item, and its value can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on its condition and rarity.
