© A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Tostão - Afonso VI ND
| Silver (.9166) | 5.7 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Afonso VI (1656-1667) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1656-1663 |
| Value | 1 Teston (Tostão) (100) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9166) |
| Weight | 5.7 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#181946 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Saint George Cross with points at each corner and lettering around
Script: Latin
Lettering: + IN . HOC . SIGNO . VINCES
Translation: With this signal you will win
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issued by Law 08JUN1643, from his father, King João IVInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tostão - Afonso VI ND (1656-1663) from Portugal is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Afonso VI, who ruled Portugal from 1656 to 1663. During this time, Portugal was facing significant challenges, including wars with Spain and the Netherlands, as well as economic difficulties. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of 17th-century Portugal.
