Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Tostão - Sebastião I 2nd type, Lisbon ND
| Silver (.917) | 8.8 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Sebastian (Sebastião) (1557-1578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1570-1578 |
| Value | 1 Teston (Tostão) (100) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 8.8 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35515 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Cross of Christ Order with marks at quadrants
Script: Latin
Lettering: *IN*HOC*SIGNO*VINCES
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tostão - Sebastião I (2nd type, Lisbon) ND (1570-1578) coin from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King Sebastian I, who was known for his ambitious military campaigns and his attempt to conquer Morocco. The coin's design features the king's crowned bust on one side and the Portuguese coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the power and influence of the Portuguese monarchy during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1570-1578) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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