Lot No : 274
Auction No : 7
Portuguese India, João IV(1640–1656 AD), Silver 2 Tangas, 4.30 Grams, Obverse: St. John standing, Left facing and holding a flag and initials S.I with year 1643 below, Reverse: Crowned coat of arms with G.A initials for Goa, Very Fine+, Very Rare During the reign of João IV (1640–1656), Portuguese India saw a renewed focus on consolidation and defense following the end of Spanish rule. Goa remained the administrative and religious center, while efforts were made to secure key territories amid growing threats from the Dutch and English. João IV strengthened fortifications and supported missionary activities, aiming to preserve Portuguese influence in the region. Though expansion was limited, his reign marked a critical phase of maintaining control over existing Indian holdings during a period of intense European rivalry, ensuring that Portuguese presence in India endured despite mounting external pressures.
Lot No : 279
Auction No : 7
Portuguese India, Silver Rupia, 11.70grms, Dated 1947, Obverse: Tiny towers and shields above divided shield on lined circle, Reverse: Shield on lined circle at center of Maltese Cross, It’s fascinating that while the British Part of India had completely moved to Copper & Nickel Coinage, Portuguese part still continued to issue 50% silver coin, infact this was the last year of any silver coinage in India, Very Fine+, Very Scarce
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