Obverse © A.Monge da Silva
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva
Tostão - Maria I andamp; Pedro III ND
| Silver (.9167) | 3 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Queen | Maria I (1777-1799) |
| King | Peter III (Pedro III) (1777-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1777-1786 |
| Value | 100 Reis = 1 Tostão |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#26630 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: *.IN.HOC.SIGNO.VINCES.
Edge
Rope shaped
Comment
In 1688 the price of the gold ant the silve increases 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 Standard circulation coin Tostão - Maria I and Pedro III ND (1777-1786) from Portugal is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Queen Maria I and her husband, King Pedro III, who ruled Portugal from 1777 to 1786. This was a period of significant political and social turmoil, as the country was facing economic challenges and struggling to maintain its independence from neighboring Spain. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with its silver content and historical significance making it a unique piece of Portuguese history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1777-1786) | 133610 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tostão - Maria I andamp; Pedro III ND (1777-1786) coin.
