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Tostão "L-V" – João III 1st type, Lisbon ND
| Silver (.9167) | 9.5 g | 30 mm |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#100075 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES
Comment
The J3 97.02 is a mule: -The reverse is from LXXX (J3 94.05)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tostão "L-V" – João III (1st type, Lisbon) ND (1521-1540) coin from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King John III, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the Portuguese state. This coin, made of silver (.9167) and weighing 9.5g, was a standard circulation coin during his reign and features the king's name and title on one side, and the royal coat of arms on the other.
