Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Tostão - Pedro II King's crown, Lisbon ND
| Silver (.9167) | 3.46 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Peter II (Pedro II) (1683-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1688-1706 |
| Value | 100 Reis = 1 Tostão |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.46 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 0.90 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35494 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN.HOC.SIGNO.VINCES
Edge
Rope shaped
Comment
In 1688 the price of the gold and the silver rise 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 20%. However, during ~150 years the coinage remains unchanged with the circulating coins having a value ~20% above the marked.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tostão - Pedro II (King's crown, Lisbon) ND (1688-1706) coin from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King Pedro II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Portuguese economy. The coin's design features the king's crown and the city of Lisbon, which was an important center of trade and commerce during this time period. The coin's silver content and weight also make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists.
