Vintém - Pedro II (Lisbon) ND (1686-1800) front Vintém - Pedro II (Lisbon) ND (1686-1800) back
Vintém - Pedro II (Lisbon) ND (1686-1800) photo
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Vintém - Pedro II Lisbon ND

 
Silver (.9167) 0.86 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Peter II (Pedro II) (1683-1706)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1686-1800
Value
20 Réis
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Silver (.9167)
Weight
0.86 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#35350
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Cross of Christ with a small, quatrefoil in each quadrant

Edge

Plain

Comment

This coin, with no lettering has been minted from 1686 to 1800(João Principe).
Is not known to which king they belong.
There are many controversy theories to attribute them to a specific king. The best one is from Francisco Antonio Magro and published at "Associaçâo de Numismática de Portugal".

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Vintém - Pedro II (Lisbon) ND (1686-1800) coin from Portugal is that it was minted during the reign of King Pedro II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Portuguese economy. The coin's silver content and small weight make it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in the history of Portuguese currency.