1000 Escudos

1000 Escudos - Discoveries of the Americas

Portugal · 1994

The obverse features a Portuguese caravel ship with a navigator (likely Pedro Álvares Cabral) and the legend 'REPUBLICA PORTUGUESA'. The reverse typically depicts a nautical map or an armillary sphere along with the face value and the year 1494-1994.

Country: Portugal
Year: 1994
Denomination: 1000 Escudos
Metal: Silver (.925 Silver)

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Overview

Historical significance

This commemorative coin was issued to celebrate the Quincentenary of the Treaty of Tordesillas (1494) and the Portuguese discoveries in the Americas. It is part of the 'Portuguese Discoveries' series that highlights the era of exploration and Portugal's global maritime history.

Estimated value

$25 - $45 USD (depending on condition and silver spot price)

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place inside a non-PVC coin holder or capsule to prevent oxidation. Avoid touching the surface with bare fingers to prevent oils from causing tarnish; handle by the edges only. Never clean the coin with chemicals or abrasives, as this can permanently damage its numismatic value.

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