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XX Reis - Pedro II Porto
| Copper | 14.34 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Peter II (1683-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1693-1699 |
| Value | 20 Réis |
| Currency | Real (18th century-1914) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 14.34 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 65% |
Reverse
Value XX flanked by four letters PPPP and ornaments.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MODERATO SPLENDEAT VSV·1693/99·
P P X 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.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin XX Reis - Pedro II (Porto) 1693-1699 from Angola made of Copper weighing 14.34g 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. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other. It was used widely in Angola and other Portuguese colonies in Africa and Asia. Today, this coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1697 PPPP | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1699 PPPP | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for XX Reis - Pedro II (Porto) 1693-1699 coin.
