Lot #90: Portugal 1979 2$50 (2.50 Escudos) Coin, Cupro-nickel (likely)

1979 Portuguese 2.50 Escudos coin featuring a traditional sailing caravel. Coin Details Obverse (Front): Shows a caravel ship sailing to the right, surrounded by the text "REPUBLICA PORTUGUESA" and the year 1979. Reverse (Back): Displays the coat of arms of Portugal flanked by four stars, with the face value written as 250 (two and a half escudos) below. Composition: Made of a copper-nickel alloy. History: The escudo was the official currency of Portugal before the country adopted the euro in 2002. Denominations like the 2.50 escudo were widely used in everyday commerce during the mid-20th century. Shipping Policy For a shipping quote, please contact Laura at [email protected] Shipping fees must be paid separately from your lot payment. Pickup category timeslot {A}