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Tostão "R-L under quadrifoil" - João III 2nd type, Lisbon ND
| Silver (.9167) | 9.51 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John III (João III) (1521-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1540-1555 |
| Value | 1 Teston (Tostão) (100) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 9.51 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#36355 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element known as a "quadrifoil," which is a four-leafed clover-like shape that surrounds the coin's central motif. This design was used during the reign of King João III of Portugal and is a distinctive feature of coins from this period.
