Portuguese Discoveries and Europe of the Enlightenment

Location Portugal
Year 1983
Type Commemorative medal
Composition Silver (.999) (minimum)
Weight 30 g
Diameter 40 mm
Thickness
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Edge Smooth
Lettering: serial number of medal and total number of medals minted
Period Third Republic (1974-date)
Notice
Reference(s)
Obverse description Allegory of the armillary sphere with 4 points symbolizing the four corners of Earth, supported by a stylized hand with a symbology of land and sea, as a background. Below, an astrolabe and the designer`s signature.
Obverse script Latin (cursive)
Obverse lettering Charters Almeida
Reverse description Mythical figure that has elements representing the continuity of life and the symbol of Agarta which means wisdom, absolute knowledge and art. Below, the twelve stars of the European Community. 2 silver hallmarks, one official and another of the mint.
Reverse script
Reverse lettering
Mintage
Numisquare ID 2012450950
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