Português "Big disk"- João III (2nd type, Lisbon) ND (1525-1557) front Português "Big disk"- João III (2nd type, Lisbon) ND (1525-1557) back
Português "Big disk"- João III (2nd type, Lisbon) ND (1525-1557) photo
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Português "Big disk"- João III 2nd type, Lisbon ND

 
Gold (.9896) 35.5 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
John III (João III) (1521-1557)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1525-1557
Value
1 Português (4000)
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Gold (.9896)
Weight
35.5 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#366498
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: + IN HOC SIGNO VINCES

Comment

This coin is now (2023) part of the NOVO BANCO colection

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Português "Big disk"- João III (2nd type, Lisbon) ND (1525-1557) from Portugal made of Gold (.9896) weighing 35.5 g is that it was minted during the reign of King João III of Portugal, who was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Portuguese economy and military. The coin's design, featuring a large disk with a crowned shield and a cross, symbolizes the king's efforts to promote Portuguese power and influence during his reign.