© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Tostão " -V" or " V- " - Manuel I Lisbon ND
| Silver (.916) | 9.8 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Manuel I (1495-1521) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1504-1521 |
| Value | 1 Teston (Tostão) (100) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.916) |
| Weight | 9.8 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#101998 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: * IИ * HOC * SIGИO * VIИCES
Comment
The above pict is a PhotoShop work based on the coin Nr 9403 from INCM MuseumInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tostão " -V" or " V- " - Manuel I (Lisbon) ND (1504-1521) from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King Manuel I, who was known for his efforts to expand Portugal's territories and strengthen its economy. The coin's design features the king's name and title, as well as the Portuguese coat of arms, and it was made of silver with a purity level of .916. Despite its age, this coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.
