© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Tostão ".∙. – .∙."- João III 3rd type, Porto ND
| Silver (.9167) | 9.5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John III (João III) (1521-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1555-1557 |
| Value | 1 Teston (Tostão) (100) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 9.5 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#100469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN * HOC * SIGNO * VINCES: D : G
Comment
The above pictures are a PhotoShop work based on J3 145.01 and might not be 100% correct.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tostão ".∙. – .∙."- João III (3rd type, Porto) ND (1555-1557) from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King João III, who was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Portuguese economy. The coin's design features the king's name and title, as well as the coat of arms of Portugal, and it was made of silver with a purity level of .9167. Despite its age, this coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.
