Portugal Meio Escudo - Afonso V, 1438 – 1481
Ceuta Mint
Information
Country
Portugal
Portugal
Currency
Real branco
(1415 – 1517)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Meio Escudo - Afonso V
Year
1438 – 1481
Ruler
Afonso V
(1438–1481)
Composition
Gold (.9166)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.2
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Meio Escudo - Afonso V from Portugal. Issued from 1438 to 1481. Struck in Gold (.9166). Measures 22 mm and weighs 2.2 g.
- Obverse
- King's Shield under the crown (King of Portugal andAlgarve)
- Reverse
- The walls of CEUTA (North Africa) recently taken Mint letter "C" over the wall (Lord of Ceuta)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1438-1481) | — | A5 28.01 (Shield under Crown) 20mm | ||
| ND (1438-1481) | — | A5 28.02 (Shield /no Crown) 22mm |
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