Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Vintém - João II "L-º" at each side of "Y", Lisbon ND
| Silver (.917) | 1.7 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John II (João II) (1481-1495) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1490-1495 |
| Value | 1 Vintem (20) |
| Currency | Real branco (1415-1517) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#40295 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AG# J2 14.01 to 14.30 ----- IOHAИES:II:R:P:ET:AD:G
AG# J2 14.31 to 14.34 ----- CI:ETVL:DOMINVS:GVINE
AG# J2 14.35 ---------------- CI:ETVL:DOMINVS:GVINEE
AG# J2 14.36 to 14.37----- IOHAИES:SECVNDO:D€I:G
AG# J2 14.38 TO 14.42----- CI:ETVL:DOMINVS:GVINEE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Vintém coin is that it was issued during the reign of King João II of Portugal, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the Portuguese state. The coin's design, which features the king's name and title in Gothic script, reflects the influence of the Renaissance style that was popular during this time period. Additionally, the coin's silver content and relatively low weight made it a practical and widely used denomination in the Portuguese economy of the time.
