São Vicente - Sebastião I (Lisboa) ND (1557-1558) front São Vicente - Sebastião I (Lisboa) ND (1557-1558) back
São Vicente - Sebastião I (Lisboa) ND (1557-1558) photo
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São Vicente - Sebastião I Lisboa ND

 
Gold (.9219) 7.7 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Sebastian (Sebastião) (1557-1578)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1557-1558
Value
1 São Vicente (1000)
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Gold (.9219)
Weight
7.7 g
Diameter
31 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#368919
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: ZELATOR : FIDEI : VSQVE : AD : MORTEM

Comment

This coin is now part of the NOVO BANCO colection

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the São Vicente - Sebastião I (Lisboa) ND (1557-1558) coin from Portugal is that it features a unique design, with the obverse side bearing the image of King Sebastian I, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of Lisbon. This coin was minted during a time of great change in Portugal, as the country was experiencing significant economic and cultural growth, and the coin's design reflects this. Additionally, the use of gold in the coin's minting adds to its value and rarity, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.