Tostão "P-R"– João III (3rd type, Porto) ND (1555-1557) front Tostão "P-R"– João III (3rd type, Porto) ND (1555-1557) back
Tostão "P-R"– João III (3rd type, Porto) ND (1555-1557) photo
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Tostão "P-R"– João III 3rd type, Porto ND

 
Silver (.9167) 9.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
John III (João III) (1521-1557)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1555-1557
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
References
Numista
N#99744
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES

Edge

Lettering: И

Comment

The picture is the coin MCM 5022 (INCM Museum)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tostão "P-R"– João III (3rd type, Porto) ND (1555-1557) from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King João III, who was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Portuguese economy. The coin's design features the king's crowned bust on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the country's rich history and cultural heritage. Additionally, the coin was made of silver (.9167) and weighs 9.5 grams, making it a valuable and collectible piece for numismatists.