Real Grosso - Afonso V (Lisboa) ND (1457-1481) front Real Grosso - Afonso V (Lisboa) ND (1457-1481) back
Real Grosso - Afonso V (Lisboa) ND (1457-1481) photo
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Real Grosso - Afonso V Lisboa ND

 
Silver (.917) 3.34 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Afonso V (1438-1481)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1457-1481
Value
1 Real Grosso (24)
Currency
Real branco (1415-1517)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
3.34 g
Diameter
28 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#40293
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross, legend around. Many lettering and text variations are known.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ALFONSVS QVINTI REGIS PORTVGAL

Lettering (regular font): ALFONSVS QVINTI REGIS PORTVGAL

Comment

The pict is the coin 4743 from INCM Museum

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Real Grosso - Afonso V (Lisboa) ND (1457-1481) coin from Portugal is that it was issued during the reign of King Afonso V, who was known for his efforts to promote trade and commerce in Portugal. The coin's design features the king's crowned bust on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the country's growing economic and political influence during this time period.