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Quartinho - Maria I Lisboa
| Gold (.917) | 2.68 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Queen | Maria I (1777-1799) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1787-1800 |
| Value | 1 Quartinho=¼ Moeda = 1200 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 2.68 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#25673 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Jerusalem Cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: *1789* * 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 04AUG1688, 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.
Interesting fact
The Quartinho was a coin that was introduced during the reign of Queen Maria I of Portugal in 1787, and it was the first gold coin to be issued by the Portuguese mint. It was made of .917 gold and weighed 2.68 grams, making it a significant and valuable coin in its time. I hope that helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1787 | 2240 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1789 | 2213 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1792 | 2861 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1800 | 1198 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Quartinho - Maria I (Lisboa) 1787-1800 coin.
