1 Escudo
1 Escudo
Portugal · 1962
A silver-colored circular coin featuring the Republic personification on the obverse and the Portuguese coat of arms above the denomination on the reverse.
- Country
- Portugal
- Year
- 1962
- Denomination
- 1 Escudo
- Metal
- Copper-Nickel
- Grade
- Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated with minimal wear on the high points
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Overview
A silver-colored circular coin featuring the Republic personification on the obverse and the Portuguese coat of arms above the denomination on the reverse.
Historical significance
Issued during the Estado Novo regime in Portugal under the administration of António de Oliveira Salazar, representing the circulating decimal currency of the period before the introduction of the Euro.
Obverse (front)
Features the allegory of the Republic (a female head facing right wearing a Phrygian cap and laurel wreath), surrounded by the legend 'REPUBLICA PORTUGUESA' and the year '1962'.
Reverse (back)
Features the Portuguese coat of arms placed atop oak branches, with the large numeral '1' below and the text 'ESCUDO' curving along the bottom rim.
Estimated value
$0.25 - $2.00 depending on condition
What drives this coin's value
Overall state of preservation, absence of scratches or cleaning marks, and original mint luster.
Grade assessment
Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated with minimal wear on the high points
Mintage & rarity
Common circulation coin with high mintage numbers
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Check weight, diameter, and magnetic properties against official specifications. Counterfeits are rare due to the low face value.
Notable varieties & errors
Standard business strike with no major rare major mint errors widely cataloged for this specific year.
Similar coins
Other Portuguese Escudo denominations from the mid-20th century, such as the 50 Centavos or 2.50 Escudos.
Care & preservation
Store in a dry environment in a non-PVC coin flip or holder. Avoid harsh chemical cleaning to preserve original surfaces.
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