© Numisma Leilões
© Numisma Leilões
São Tomé de 5 Xerafins - Afonso VI Goa
| Gold | 3.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | Afonso VI (1656-1667) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1670-1684 |
| Value | 5 Xerafins |
| Currency | Xerafim (1580-1706) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#341337 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* . S . * . T .... H .... O .... M ... E .. *
1 6
8 0
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the São Tomé de 5 Xerafins - Afonso VI (Goa) 1670-1684 coin is that it was minted during a time when the Portuguese Empire was at the height of its power and influence. The coin's mintage was likely overseen by the Portuguese East India Company, which was responsible for managing the empire's trade and colonies in the region. The coin's design, featuring an image of Afonso VI, the King of Portugal, and the inscription "São Tomé de 5 Xerafins" (meaning "St. Thomas of 5 Shillings" in Portuguese), reflects the colonial influence of the time and the importance of the Portuguese crown in the region.
