1 Euro

Portuguese 1 Euro Coin

Portugal · 2002-Present

The obverse features the royal seal of 1144, surrounded by five coats of arms and seven castles, encircled by 12 stars of the European Union. The reverse shows the standard map of Europe.

Country: Portugal
Year: 2002-Present
Denomination: 1 Euro
Metal: Bi-metallic: Nickel-brass center in a Copper-nickel ring

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Overview

The obverse features the royal seal of 1144, surrounded by five coats of arms and seven castles, encircled by 12 stars of the European Union. The reverse shows the standard map of Europe.

Historical significance

Portugal was one of the founding members of the Eurozone. This coin reflects Portuguese history by featuring the seals of the first King of Portugal, Dom Afonso Henriques.

Estimated value

Face value (1 Euro), unless in uncirculated condition or with a rare minting error.

Care & preservation

Avoid touching the face of the coin with bare fingers to prevent oils from causing oxidation. Store in a cool, dry place inside a protective holder or album.

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