© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Vintem - Manuel I º M p, inv P, Porto ND
| Silver (.916) | 1.9 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Manuel I (1495-1521) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1495-1521 |
| Value | 1 Vintém = 20 Réis (Reais) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.916) |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#102261 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: EMANVEL : P : R : P : ET : A : D: G
Comment
The above pict is a PhotoShop work based in similar coins and might not be 100% correctInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Vintem coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Age of Discoveries, a time when Portugal was actively exploring and colonizing new lands. The coin's design features an image of King Manuel I, who ruled Portugal during this period, and the inscription "INVICTI PORTUGALIAE REX" which means "King of Unconquered Portugal." This coin was likely used to finance the expeditions of explorers such as Vasco da Gama and Ferdinand Magellan, who were sponsored by the Portuguese crown.
