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Peça - Maria I Widow veil - Lisboa, Bahia and Rio mints
| Gold (.917) | 14.3 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Queen | Maria I (1777-1799) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1786-1790 |
| Value | 1 Peça = 4 Escudos = 6400 Reis |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 14.3 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#71415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Edge
Rope shaped
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Peça - Maria I (Widow veil - Lisboa, Bahia and Rio mints) 1786-1790 from Portugal made of Gold (.917) weighing 14.3 g is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Portugal. The coin was issued during the reign of Queen Maria I, who ruled Portugal from 1777 until her death in 1816. This period saw significant political and social upheaval, including the arrival of the French Revolution and the subsequent Napoleonic Wars, which had a profound impact on Portugal and its economy. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, a testament to the enduring legacy of Portugal's rich history and culture.
