Medal - Afonso I o Fundador

Location Portugal
Year 1985
Type Commemorative medal
Composition Bronze
Weight 362 g
Diameter 100 mm
Thickness 8 mm
Shape Round
Technique Cast
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Edge Plain
Period
Notice
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Obverse description A portrait of King Afonso I wearing a crown and armor, holding a sword against his left shoulder.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering VIII CENTENÁRIO DA MORTE DE D. AFONSO HENRIQUES 1185 1985 CABRAL ANTUNES
(Translation: VIII centenary of the death of D. Afonso Henriques)
Reverse description King Afonso in armor on a rearing horse, sword raised above his head in his right hand, and banner in his left hand. Castle and crowned coat of arms in background.
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering AFONSO I O FUNDADOR
(Translation: Afonso I the Founder)
Mintage
Numisquare ID 5731763870
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