Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Tostão - João V Lisbon ND
| Silver (.9166) | 3.6 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John V (João V) (1706-1750) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1706-1750 |
| Value | 100 Reis = 1 Tostão |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9166) |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#26932 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 56% |
Reverse
Cross with quatrefoils in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN✤HOC✤SIGNO✤VINCES✤
Translation: In this sign thou shalt conquer
Edge
Rope shaped
Comment
In 1688 the price of the gold ant the silver increase by 20%. There was no time to collect and cast the circulating coin. Therefore, by the Law 04AUG1688, the value of the silver and gold coins was also increased by 20%. However, during ~150 years the coinage remains unchanged with the circulating coins having a value ~20% above the mark.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tostão - João V (Lisbon) ND (1706-1750) coin from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King John V, who was known for his extensive reforms in the country, including the creation of a new coinage system. This coin, made of silver, was part of that new system and was widely used throughout Portugal during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1706-1750) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tostão - João V (Lisbon) ND (1706-1750) coin.
