© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Vintém "Rosette at each side of Y”– João III Lisboa ND
| Silver (.9167) | 1.9 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John III (João III) (1521-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1521-1555 |
| Value | 1 Vintém = 20 Réis (Reais) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#100772 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOANES III : PORT A
Comment
The Vinténs are, in first place, classified by the crowned “Y”, secondly by the crowned shield and finally by the lettering.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Vintém coin is that it features a unique design element known as the "Rosette at each side of Y" which is a distinctive characteristic of this particular coin.
