1 Euro Coin (Portuguese National Side)

Portugal (Eurozone) · 2002-Present

A bimetallic coin showing a map of Europe with the denomination 1 Euro on one side, and the historic royal seal of Portugal surrounded by castles and the word PORTUGAL on the other.

Country: Portugal (Eurozone)
Year: 2002-Present
Denomination: 1 Euro
Grade: Circulated / Very Fine condition showing minor surface wear and handling marks.

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Overview

A bimetallic coin showing a map of Europe with the denomination 1 Euro on one side, and the historic royal seal of Portugal surrounded by castles and the word PORTUGAL on the other.

Historical significance

Introduced in 2002 with the physical launch of the Euro currency, Portugal's 1 and 2 euro coins feature the 1134 royal seal of King D. Afonso Henriques, symbolizing the historical foundation of the nation.

Obverse (front)

The common European face displays a map of the European continent against a background of dynamic lines, alongside the numeral 1 and the word EURO.

Reverse (back)

Features the 1144 royal seal of Portugal surrounded by seven castles and five quinas (shields), encircled by the twelve stars of the European flag and the inscription 'PORTUGAL'.

Estimated value

Face value ($1.05 USD equivalent), circulated coins generally worth 1 euro, uncirculated condition or special mint sets may command a slight premium among collectors.

What drives this coin's value

Condition grade, year of issue, and scarcity of specific commemorative production numbers.

Grade assessment

Circulated / Very Fine condition showing minor surface wear and handling marks.

Mintage & rarity

Common for general circulation, though specific years can have lower mintage counts depending on annual demand.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check magnetic properties (the outer ring is non-ferromagnetic while the inner disc is slightly ferromagnetic due to the nickel core), weight, and precise dimensions.

Notable varieties & errors

Occasional die adjustment errors, striking errors, or minor lettering variations on specific yearly issues.

Similar coins

Other Eurozone 1 Euro coins from different participating countries, which all share the same common obverse but feature unique national designs on the reverse.