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São Tomé de 12 Xerafins - João VI Big armillary sphere, Goa
| Gold | 4.9 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João VI (1816-1826) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1817-1824 |
| Value | 12 Xerafins= 6 Rupias |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.9 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#51439 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of Saint Thomas divide face value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
12-X
18-24
Comment
The above pict is the lot 5921 from INCM (Lisbon Mint House Museum)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the São Tomé de 12 Xerafins - João VI (Big armillary sphere, Goa) 1817-1824 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Portuguese India. The coin was issued during the reign of King João VI, who was forced to flee Portugal in 1807 due to the Napoleonic Wars and establish a court in exile in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Despite this, the Portuguese Empire continued to expand and flourish, and the São Tomé de 12 Xerafins coin was one of many coins minted during this time period. It is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the Portuguese people during a time of great upheaval.
