Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
XX Reais "Vintem" - Filipe I/Sebastião Hybrid ND
1580 year| Silver (.9166) | 1.71 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | Philip I (Filipe I) (1581-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1580 |
| Value | 1 Vintém = 20 Réis (Reais) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9166) |
| Weight | 1.71 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#41409 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Initial of the king F (Filipe) and the value XX
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ALGARBIORVM REX
F
XX
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin XX Reais "Vintem" - Filipe I/Sebastião (Hybrid) ND (1580) from Portugal is that it is a rare example of a hybrid coin, meaning it combines elements of both the Filipe I and Sebastião reigns. This coin is particularly unique because it features the portrait of Filipe I on one side and the coat of arms of Sebastião on the other, making it a valuable piece for collectors.
