1999 Portugal Silver 1000 Escudos BU
1999 Portugal Silver 1000 Escudos BU
This striking silver coin from Portugal, minted in 1999, captures the spirit of maritime exploration. Struck in brilliant uncirculated condition, the piece contains 0.4372 troy ounces of silver and carries a face value of 1,000 Escudos. It serves as a numismatic tribute to a millennium of sailing across the vast Atlantic Ocean. The obverse design depicts a ship navigating the open seas, propelled forward by a personification of the wind. The artistry honors the deep-seated connection between Portuguese history and the ocean. Legible inscriptions on the coin include REPUBLICA PORTUGUESA, MILENIO DO ATLANTICO, EXPO 98, LISBOA, and the denomination of 1.000 ESCUDOS, anchoring the design to its cultural and geographic origins.
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Specifications
| Year | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Grade | Brilliant Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 1,000 Escudos |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.4340 troy oz |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | N/A mm |
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