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1 Soldo - João III Cross
| Issuer | Portuguese Crown (Malacca) |
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| Year | 1550-1557 |
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| Shape | Round (irregular) |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse displays a globe or armillary sphere rendered in a schematic grid pattern of horizontal and diagonal lines, representing the Portuguese sphere of influence and maritime dominion. A diagonal band or sash crosses the globe from lower left to upper right, a device associated with the Portuguese royal arms and colonial iconography. The design is contained within a beaded border, with no legend present. The strike is irregular and the surface shows the characteristic porosity of calin (tin-lead alloy) hammered coinage. This armillary sphere motif was a dynastic emblem of King Manuel I and continued in use under João III on colonial issues. |
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| Mint | Malacca Mint |
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