© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
XX Réis "Vintem" - João IV Porto ND
| Billon (.0967 silver) | 1.2 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| King | John IV (João IV) (1640-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1643-1656 |
| Value | 20 Réis (Reais) |
| Currency | Real (1517-1835) |
| Composition | Billon (.0967 silver) |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#35347 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
.REX.PORTVGALIE.
ºIº
X P X
Comment
Law: Alvará 08JUN1643Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin XX Réis "Vintem" - João IV (Porto) ND (1643-1656) from Portugal is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Portugal. The coin was issued during the reign of King João IV, who ruled from 1643 to 1656, a period marked by political instability, wars with Spain, and the restoration of Portuguese independence. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout Portugal, and its design has become iconic of the country's rich numismatic history.
