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Tostão "P-O"- João III 1st type, Porto 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#97667 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Lettering:
IN HOC CVIGN VEN
(Engraver error. It should be IN HOC SIGNO VINCES)
Comment
The picture is the coin MCM 4962 (INCM Museum)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tostão "P-O"- João III (1st type, Porto) ND (1521-1540) from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King João 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 likely used in everyday transactions and represents an important part of Portugal's monetary history.
