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| Issuer | Angola |
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| Year | 1871-1874 |
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| Reference(s) | Gomes#L1 02.xx |
| Obverse description | The obverse features the crowned Portuguese royal coat of arms, centrally positioned within an ornate cartouche with scrollwork flourishes. The shield displays the traditional quartered arms of Portugal, including the five escutcheons arranged in a cross and the red bordure with castles. A royal crown surmounts the shield. The circular legend around the periphery reads LUDOVICUS I DEI GRATIA, with the date flanked by crosses at the base of the design. The entire design is enclosed within a beaded border. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse presents the large Roman numeral X at the center of the field, denoting the denomination of 10 Réis. The numeral is enclosed within a wreath composed of laurel and oak branches, tied at the base with a ribbon bow. The date appears in the lower exergual area, flanked by ornamental stars. The circular legend PORTUGALIÆ ET ALGARBIORUM REX runs along the upper periphery, and the entire design is enclosed within a fine beaded border. |
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