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© INCM
Tostão - Filipe III ND
| Silver (.9167) | 8.2 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III (Filipe III) (1621-1640) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1621-1640 |
| Value | 1 Teston (Tostão) (100) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 8.2 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#101883 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES
Comment
The pict is the coin Nr 9534 from INCM MuseumInteresting fact
The Tostão - Filipe III ND (1621-1640) coin from Portugal features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which was added to the coin's design to indicate that it was minted during a time of famine and hardship in Portugal. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a coin that was minted during a specific historical event, making it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians.
