Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
São Tomé de 5 Xerafins - João V Goa
| Gold | 2.8 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | João V (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1713-1720 (1713-1750) |
| Value | 5 Xerafins (5⁄2) |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50721 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
São Tomé figure
Date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S-T
1715
Comment
The above pict is a PhotoShop work and might not be 100% correctInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the São Tomé de 5 Xerafins - João V (Goa) 1713-1720 (1713-1750) 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 design features the image of King João V of Portugal, who ruled from 1706 to 1750, and the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Portugal. The coin's mintage was likely intended to promote trade and commerce between Portuguese India and other regions of the empire, and it is a rare and valuable example of the currency used during this time period.
