XX Réis "Vintem" - João IV (Évora) ND (1644-1656) front XX Réis "Vintem" - João IV (Évora) ND (1644-1656) back
XX Réis "Vintem" - João IV (Évora) ND (1644-1656) photo
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XX Réis "Vintem" - João IV Évora ND

 
Silver (.917) 1.2 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
King
John IV (João IV) (1640-1656)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1644-1656
Value
20 Réis (Reais)
Currency
Real (1517-1835)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
1.2 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#41398
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
EALGARBIORVMRE
.I.
X.X
E

Comment

J4 21 ----"E" in normal position
J4 22 ---- "E" facing down like next image

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 1644 to 1656. The coin's design features the king's crowned bust on one side and the coat of arms of Portugal on the other. The coin was minted in the city of Évora, which was an important center of trade and commerce during the 17th century. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of silver, which gives it a high collectible value among numismatists today.