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Quartinho - João VI Lisboa
| Gold (.917) | 2.69 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John VI (João VI) (1816-1826) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1818-1821 |
| Value | 1 Quartinho = 1200 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 2.69 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#39502 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*1821 *
IN * HOC * SIGNO * VINCES
Edge
Rope shaped
Comment
In 1688 the price of the gold ant the silver rise 20%. There was no time to collect and cast the circulating coin. Therefore, by the Law 04 AUG 1688, the value of the silver and gold coins was also increased 20%. However, during ~150 years the coinage remains unchanged with the circulating coins having a value ~20% above the face value.Picture from Heritage Auctions (Lot 25.681)
Interesting fact
The Quartinho coin was minted during the reign of King João VI of Portugal, who ruled from 1816 to 1826. The coin's design features the king's crowned bust on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other. The use of gold in the coin's composition was a symbol of the king's power and wealth, and the coin's small size made it accessible to a wider range of people for trade and commerce. Despite its relatively low value, the Quartinho coin is now a rare and sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and limited mintage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1818 | 3144 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1819 | 1274 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1820 | 270 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1821 | 275 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Quartinho - João VI (Lisboa) 1818-1821 coin.
