© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Tostão "L" - Manuel I Lisbon ND
| Silver (.916) | 9.8 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Manuel I (1495-1521) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1504-1521 |
| Value | 1 Teston (Tostão) (100) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.916) |
| Weight | 9.8 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#101990 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN HOC SIGИO VIИCES
Comment
The above pict is a PhotoShop work and might not be 100% correct.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tostão "L" - Manuel I (Lisbon) ND (1504-1521) from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King Manuel I, who was known for his efforts to expand Portugal's empire and strengthen its economy. The coin's design features the king's name and title, "Manuel I, Dei Gratia Rex Portugaliae," which translates to "Manuel I, By the Grace of God, King of Portugal." This coin was minted in Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal, and was used as a standard circulation coin during King Manuel's reign.
