Some help needed with a 1700s Portugese Coin...

airplanenut

Howdy!

I was sent this coin to sell on eBay, but I have no reference materials on this type of piece... all I know was what was listed on the holder--that this is a Portugese piece from 1012-1026. I'd be very appreciative if you could help shed some more light as to what this is.




Thanks!

Jeremy

tbirde56

Appears to be a nice Portuguese 40 Reis, undated, King John V (1706-50).

airplanenut

Thanks, Tbird! Perhaps the date on the holder was wrong, then

...and it's not so medieval

Philip

That was fast, Brad.

The coin cannot be medieval, because it is machine struck.

1jester

It's in awesome condition--AU/UNC.

airplanenut

Oh... did these circulate in the American colonies, or were they pretty much stuck in Europe?

Oh, here's the description I wrote... let me know if I screwed up

An undated piece from the reign of King John V (1706-1750), this is a remarkable piece of history. Used in commerce nearly three hundred years ago, this piece has, unlike most, stood the test of time, aquiring a miniscule amount of wear, if any at all! The coin was struck very well-centered on an excellent planchet, and exhibits a few small die breaks.

Thanks again!

Jeremy

1jester

Jeremy, you might add the word "only" before miniscule, if you prefer.

Also, the coin has some haymarking, particularly on the reverse, but I don't think you need to add that to the description, since it doesn't detract from the coin, in my opinion. I believe some people find haymarking unattractive, but not me. Overall, the coin has a magnificent look.

ColinCMR

Cool coin, never seen one before

josemartins

Hi Jeremy,

This is a 50 reis (half tostão) from D. João VI (as regent), 1799-1816.

A not so common coin, but usually found in medium/high grade! Nice coin!

Jose

1jester

Welcome to the forums, Jose!!