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XX Réis "Vintem" - João IV Lisboa ND
1641 year| Silver (.9167) | 1.64 g | 16.6 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John IV (João IV) (1640-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1641 |
| Value | 20 Réis (Reais) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Silver (.9167) |
| Weight | 1.64 g |
| Diameter | 16.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#367513 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ALGARBIORVM
•:• I •:•
XX
Comment
Law: Alvará 27MAR1641
This coin is from auction Numisma Leilões Nr 110
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the XX Réis "Vintem" coin is that it was issued during the reign of King João IV of Portugal, who ruled from 1640 to 1656. This coin was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that were designed to stabilize the Portuguese economy, which had been struggling due to inflation and currency devaluation. The coin's design features the king's crowned bust on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other, with the inscription "Vintem" (meaning "twenty" in Portuguese) indicating its value. Despite its small denomination, this coin is a significant piece of Portuguese numismatic history and a valuable collector's item today.
