Portugal Escudo - Afonso V, 1475 – 1479
King of Portugal, Castilla and Leon
Information
Country
Portugal
Portugal
Currency
Real branco
(1415 – 1517)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Escudo - Afonso V
Year
1475 – 1479
Ruler
Afonso V
(1438–1481)
Composition
Gold (.750)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4
Diameter (mm)
26
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Escudo - Afonso V from Portugal. Issued from 1475 to 1479. Struck in Gold (.750). Measures 26 mm and weighs 4 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned Portuguese Shield cutting the lettering Two small bull's heads on either side of the shield The bull (TORO) head is a mint mark. (Afonso, by Grace of God, King)
- Reverse
- Crowned Castilla and Leon shield cutting the lettering. Two small bull's heads on either side of the shield The bull (TORO) head is a mint mark. (Afonso, by Grace of God, King of Castille)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1475-1479) t | — | One coin known |
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