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Added on: 16-Sep-2009

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Description:
10 Escudos. The coin is dedicated to the Battle of Orica (south Portugal) in 1139, during which the Portuguese Christian forces defeated the superior numbers of the Moors. After the victory of Afonso Henriques proclaimed himself king of Portugal, Afonso I. Mintage 200,000 units. Ag835f. 12,5gr.

Europe

Portugal

XF (Extra Fine)

1928

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