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© Numisma Leilões
Real - António I Angra ND
1582 year| Copper | 1.7 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Anthony I (António) (1580) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1582 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 1583 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#97739 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Açor on center
Interesting fact
The Real - António I (Angra) ND (1582) coin from Portugal was made of copper, which was a common material used for coins during that time period. However, what makes this coin stand out is that it was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of a king on one side and a coat of arms on the other. This design was a departure from the traditional designs used on coins at the time, which often featured religious symbols or other motifs. The use of a portrait and coat of arms on this coin helped to establish the king's authority and legitimacy, and paved the way for future coins to feature similar designs.
