Peça - João V (Lisboa, Bahia, Rio and Minas mints) 1723-1750 front Peça - João V (Lisboa, Bahia, Rio and Minas mints) 1723-1750 back
Peça - João V (Lisboa, Bahia, Rio and Minas mints) 1723-1750 photo
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Peça - João V Lisboa, Bahia, Rio and Minas mints

 
Gold (.9166) 14.3 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
John V (João V) (1706-1750)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1723-1750
Value
1 Peça = 4 Escudos = 6400 Reis
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Gold (.9166)
Weight
14.3 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#25663
Rarity index
89%

Edge

Until 1732: Reeded in angle
After 1732: Rope shaped

Comment

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Peça - João V (Lisboa, Bahia, Rio and Minas mints) 1723-1750 from Portugal made of Gold (.9166) weighing 14.3 g is that it was used as a form of currency during the Portuguese colonial era in Brazil. The coin was minted in four different locations: Lisboa (Lisbon), Bahia (Salvador), Rio (Rio de Janeiro), and Minas (Minas Gerais), which were all important centers of trade and commerce at the time. The coin's design features the image of King João V on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the country's rich history and cultural heritage. Today, this coin is a highly sought-after collector's item and a valuable piece of numismatic history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1736  - - - - - -

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