© Die münzen der colonie brasilien 1645 bis 1822 (1895)
© Die münzen der colonie brasilien 1645 bis 1822 (1895)
X Réis - Pedro II Porto
| Copper | 7.17 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Peter II (1683-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1693-1699 |
| Value | 10 Réis |
| Currency | Real (18th century-1914) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.17 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#53205 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Value X flanked by four letters PPPP and ornaments.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MODERATO SPLENDEAT VSV·1693/99·
P P X P P
Translation: Will shine with moderate use.
Engraver: Roque Francisco
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Copper PPPP Coin Series (1693-1699); in the face values of V, X and XX Reis; it was minted at the Mint of Porto, in Portugal, to circulate in Angola. Due to the needs that were present in the Colony of Brazil, its circulation in Brazil was authorized through the Royal Charter of February 10, 1704.New discovery: 1695 dated coin discovery and register in Bentes catalog.
X Réis 1695-PPPP (Bentes 98.03 - Only 1 Piece Known).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the A Standard circulation coin X Réis - Pedro II (Porto) 1693-1699 from Angola made of Copper weighing 7.17 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Pedro II of Portugal, who ruled from 1683 to 1706. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign to help standardize currency across the Portuguese Empire. Despite being made of copper, this coin was still considered a valuable form of currency during its time.
