Portugal – Prototype – X Réis "Brussels" Superior
D. Luís I ()X Réis Composition: Copper (non-serrated)Issuing mint: LisbonCatalogue Alberto Gomes: E7.03Legend:Obverse: ENSAIO MONETARIO ['COIN PROTOTYPE']Reverse: LUDUVICUS I DEI GRA REXWeight: 5.8gDiameter: mmPlease note: The coin presents mintage shine.In , Matias de Carvalho presented this XX réis prototype coin, made from copper in Belgium, alongside prototypes of X and V réis coins, along with his proposal to reinvent the national copper currency.Removing the cumbersome pataco coins from circulation was an urgent matter and this particular proposal was joined by several others in the following years. However, the proposals were refused because it was not in the interests of national industry to manufacture the coins abroad. Teixeira de Aragão wrote that it would be better for the currency to be manufactured within the Portuguese territory, even if this was more expensive that having it made abroad: "We prefer the coins to be made in Portugal, due to the advantages to industry, incentive to the arts and certain questions of patriotism: so that the currency is Portuguese not only in name" ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________Please carefully assess the coin's condition. Decide accordingly.All coins are photographed under natural sunlight in order to convey the best and most realistic image possible.All items are guaranteed authentic in accordance with their description." All items purchased will be sent to the winning bidder via CTT registered post.When the buyer expressly consents to the shipping of items without insurance, he or she bears all risks of loss or damage to such items.It is always possible to bundle several items together to be sent in one order, in which case there will be only one shipping charge.Should you need additional information, please submit your query before bidding on your item of interest. Read More