Tostão - Filipe III ND (1621-1640) front Tostão - Filipe III ND (1621-1640) back
Tostão - Filipe III ND (1621-1640) photo
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Tostão - Filipe III ND

 
Silver (.9167) 8.19 g 30 mm
Description
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
8.19 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#35518
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tostão - Filipe III ND (1621-1640) coin from Portugal is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. King Philip III, who ruled Portugal from 1621 to 1640, was faced with several challenges during his reign, including wars with Spain and the Netherlands, as well as economic difficulties. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency during this time, and its silver content made it a valuable and sought-after commodity.