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Tostão "L on the left" - Filipe II ND
| Silver (.9167) | 7.1 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Filipe II (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1598-1621 |
| Value | 1 Teston (Tostão) (100) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 7.1 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#103269 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES
Comment
The pict is the coin Nr 5125 from INCMInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Tostão "L on the left" coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Philip II of Portugal, who ruled from 1598 to 1621. This coin was a standard circulation coin made of silver (.9167) and weighed 7.1 grams. It's interesting to note that the coin features the letter "L" on the left side of the king's name, which was a common feature of coins minted during this time period in Portugal.
