Obverse © A.Monge da Silva
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva
Tostão - João IV Évora ND
| Silver (.9167) | 5.73 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John IV (João IV) (1640-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1644-1656 |
| Value | 1 Teston (Tostão) (100) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 5.73 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35526 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN HOC SIGNO VINCES
EE
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Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tostão - João IV (Évora) ND (1644-1656) coin 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 João IV, who ruled Portugal from 1644 to 1656. This was a period of great political and social upheaval, as Portugal was struggling to regain its independence from Spain, which had occupied the country for over 60 years. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the resilience and determination of the Portuguese people during this time.
