X Réis – Afonso VI ND (1663-1667) front X Réis – Afonso VI ND (1663-1667) back
X Réis – Afonso VI ND (1663-1667) photo
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X Réis – Afonso VI ND

 
Silver (.917) 0.45 g 13 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
Afonso VI (1656-1667)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1663-1667
Value
10 Réis (Reais)
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
0.45 g
Diameter
13 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#41412
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN HOC SIGNO VINCES

Comment

Law 22MAR1663

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin X Réis – Afonso VI ND (1663-1667) from Portugal is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. Afonso VI was the first Portuguese king to rule after the Restoration of Portuguese independence in 1640, and his reign saw significant political and economic reforms. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 0.45 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item.