Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Real "R"- Sebastião I ND
| Copper | 1.7 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Sebastian (Sebastião) (1557-1578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1557-1570 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#39463 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
King's name in three or four horizontal lines
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SEBAS
TIA
NVS
*I*
Comment
Interesting fact
The Real "R"- Sebastião I ND (1557-1570) coin from Portugal was minted during the reign of King Sebastian I, who was known for his ambitious military campaigns and his attempt to conquer Morocco. Despite his military endeavors, Sebastian's reign was marked by financial difficulties, and the coinage of the time reflects this. The Real "R" coin was made of copper, which was a less valuable metal than the silver and gold coins that were also in circulation at the time. This coin's design features the king's name and title in Latin, as well as a cross and a shield with the Portuguese coat of arms. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars.
