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São Tomé de 12 Xerafins - João VI Small armillary sphere, Goa
| Gold | 4.9 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João VI (1816-1826) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1817-1825 |
| 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#51442 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of Saint Thomas divide face value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
12-X
18-20
Comment
The above pict is the lot 16378 from INCM (Lisbon Mint House Museum)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the São Tomé de 12 Xerafins - João VI coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Portuguese India. The coin was minted in Goa, which was a Portuguese colony at the time, and it features an image of João VI, who was the King of Portugal from 1816 to 1826. However, during this time, the Portuguese Empire was facing challenges from other European powers, and the coinage system was changed several times during João VI's reign. Despite these changes, the São Tomé de 12 Xerafins - João VI coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
