Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
V Reais - Sebastião I ND
| Copper | 7.8 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Sebastian (Sebastião) (1557-1578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1560-1578 |
| Value | 5 Réis (Reais) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.8 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#39466 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: REX*SEXTVS*DECIMVS
Comment
11 JUL 1560 LawInteresting fact
The V Reais coin from Portugal, minted during the reign of King Sebastião I (1560-1578), features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which was added to symbolize the king's commitment to the Christian faith.
