Catálogo
| Emisor | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|
| Año | 1825 |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valor | 80 Réis |
| Moneda | Real (1799-1910) |
| Composición | Copper |
| Peso | 15.5 g |
| Diámetro | 35 mm |
| Grosor | |
| Forma | Round |
| Técnica | Milled |
| Orientación | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Grabador(es) | |
| En circulación hasta | |
| Referencia(s) | KM#F1, Gomes#J6.06.0x |
| Descripción del anverso | Crown divides beaded circle, date and value within |
|---|---|
| Escritura del anverso | Latin |
| Leyenda del anverso |
JOANNES.VI.DG.PORTUG.BRAS.ET.ALG.REX 80 1819 (Translation: John VI, King of Portugal, Brazil and Algarve by the Grace of God) |
| Descripción del reverso | Shield within globe |
| Escritura del reverso | Latin |
| Leyenda del reverso | PECUNIA.TOTUM__CIRCUMIT.ORBEM |
| Canto | |
| Casa de moneda | |
| Tirada |
1825 - J6.06.01 - Circle with 55 beads - 1825 - J6.06.02 - Circle with 58 beads - 1825 - J6.06.03 - Circle with 65 beads - 1825 - J6.06.04 - Circle with 81 beads - |
| ID de Numisquare | 9387496370 |
| Información adicional |
Historical Context: This 1825 80 Reis copper coin for São Tomé and Príncipe marks a crucial juncture in Portuguese imperial history. Issued under King João VI, its date coincides with Brazil's formal independence, dissolving the United Kingdom of Portugal, Brazil, and the Algarves. Though Portugal lost its South American empire, João VI retained sovereignty over African territories. Minted in Lisbon, this coin signifies Portugal's enduring colonial presence and efforts to maintain economic stability within its remaining overseas possessions.
Artistry: The design adheres to the prevailing Neoclassical aesthetic of early 19th-century European coinage from the Lisbon Mint. The obverse features a laureate bust of King João VI, rendered with naturalism