Tostão "-L" – João III (1st type, Lisbon) ND (1521-1540) front Tostão "-L" – João III (1st type, Lisbon) ND (1521-1540) back
Tostão "-L" – João III (1st type, Lisbon) ND (1521-1540) photo
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Tostão "-L" – João III 1st type, Lisbon ND

 
Silver (.9167) 9.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
John III (João III) (1521-1557)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1521-1540
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
References
Numista
N#100076
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: IИ HOC SIGИO VIИCES

Comment

It is the coin that illustrates the Alberto Gomes catalogue. It is now (2021) at the NOVO BANCO colection

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tostão "-L" – João III (1st type, Lisbon) ND (1521-1540) 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 crowned bust on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the country's rich history and cultural heritage. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight of 9.5 grams make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.