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The Treaty of Tordesilhas 1494 - 1994 on Reverse of Portuguese Proof Palladium 200 Escudos
The Treaty of Tordesilhas 1494 - 1994 on Reverse of Portuguese Proof Palladium 200 Escudos

Portugal
The Division of the World 1494 on Reverse of 1994 Portuguese Proof Gold 200 Escudos
The Division of the World 1494 on Reverse of 1994 Portuguese Proof Gold 200 Escudos

Henry the Navigator 1494 on Reverse of 1994 Portuguese Proof Silver 200 Escudos
Henry the Navigator 1494 on Reverse of 1994 Portuguese Proof Silver 200 Escudos

The Perfect Prince 1495 on Reverse of 1995 Portuguese Proof Platinum 200 Escudos
The Perfect Prince 1495 on Reverse of 1995 Portuguese Proof Platinum 200 Escudos

Obverse of Portuguese Proof Palladium 200 Escudos
Obverse of Portuguese Proof Palladium 200 Escudos

Obverse of 1994 Portuguese Proof Gold 200 Escudos
Obverse of 1994 Portuguese Proof Gold 200 Escudos

Obverse of 1994 Portuguese Proof Silver 200 Escudos
Obverse of 1994 Portuguese Proof Silver 200 Escudos

Obverse of 1995 Portuguese Proof Platinum 200 Escudos
Obverse of 1995 Portuguese Proof Platinum 200 Escudos

1994 - 1995 Portuguese Prestige Proof Coin Sets
In 1994 - 1995, Portugal issued a prestige proof coin set, comprising 4 different designs in gold, platinum, palladium & silver for the Golden Age of Portuguese Discovery.
Each set contains four different coins, one each in gold, silver, platinum and palladium. The issue price of these sets was in excess of $2,000 US per set, and the issue quantity was surprisingly high, in our opinion, considering the high issue price. It appears to have been a very successful series, as all of the sets catalogue in excess of issue price, up to $2,700 per set, according to Krause.
The Portuguese platinum coins are shown on their own page.

The Golden Era of Portuguese Discoveries
The central theme of the prestige proof sets was the era when Portuguese navigators were leading the world in the discovery of new lands.

Series 5: 1994 to 1995
The Division of the World 1494 - 1495

Africa Unveiled 1434 - 1488, featuring great Portuguese voyages of discovery and maritime explorations along the western coast of Africa.
Issued to mark the 500th anniversary of the rounding of Cape of Good Hope by Bartolomeu Dias in 1488.
1995 100 Escudos Silver. Gil Eanes Cabo Bojador 1434.
1995 100 Escudos Palladium. Nuno Tristão Rio Gambia 1446.
1994 100 Escudos Gold. Diogo Cao 1486. A longitude of 22.13.6 is shown.
1995 100 Escudos Platinum. Bartelemeu Dias Cabo da Boa Esperança 1488.

Specifications
All Series 5 coins are of 200 escudo denomination.
MetalDiameterWeightAlloyContentSpotIntrinsic
Gold3424916.70.70£446£312
Palladium3431.119999.51.0£220£220
Platinum3431.119999.51.0£1,032£1,032
Silver3416.59250.49£8.50£4
All Four     £1568

Notes
Diameter = Diameter in millimetres.
Weight = Weight in grams.
Alloy = Millesimal purity (parts per thousand)
Content = Precious metal content in troy ounces.
Spot = Spot trading per per troy ounce.
Intrinsic = Bullion value of precious metal content.

Prices & Availability
The intrinsic metal value of each set on 10th June 2008, was approximately £1,568. At these prices they are likely to be of interest to those looking for an investment in platinum and palladium.
Due to the fluctuations in the prices of precious metals it is unlikely the price below will ever be correct. However, you can be assured that these sets will always represent good value for money so please telephone to confirm the price and reserve your set.
DateDescriptionMintageAvailabilityPrice £Price $Price €
1994 - 1995The Division of the World 1494 - 14951,000Ask£1,805$3,610€2,293

Notes
Mintage = Quantity issued, where known, otherwise issue limit.
Avail = Availability

Portugal Crown Sized Coins

Postage & Packing:
UK: At buyer's Risk £2.50 or
Fully Insured £6 (Usually by Royal Mail Special Delivery)
USA: Airmail at buyer's risk $10 or
Fully Insured $20
For further details, please see our Postage & Packing page.

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Coins Wanted
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