© Numisma Leilões
© Numisma Leilões
Tostão "o-o" or "+-+" - João IV 3rd series, Lisbon ND
| Silver (.9166) | 5.73 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John IV (João IV) (1640-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1643-1656 |
| Value | 1 Teston (Tostão) (100) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9166) |
| Weight | 5.73 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#367458 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES
Comment
The pict is the lot 138 from Auction 107Law: Alvará 08JUN1643
Summary of all references from Lisbon Tostões:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Portugal. The 17th century was a period of political instability and conflict, and the coinage of the time reflects this. The "Tostão" design, which features a crowned shield with a cross and two pelicans, was introduced during the reign of João IV, who ruled from 1640 to 1656. This design was meant to symbolize the king's power and authority, as well as his commitment to the Catholic Church. Despite the turmoil of the time, the coinage of João IV's reign is considered to be some of the most beautiful and iconic in Portuguese history.
