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Commemorative 500 Escudos Coins (500$00)

The commemorative 500 Escudos coins comprise eight silver issues minted between 1983 and 2001, dedicated to culturally, historically and institutionally significant themes of the Portuguese Republic. This group includes the 1983 XVII Exhibition coin, as well as issues honouring Saint Anthony, the Bank of Portugal, Father António Vieira, the Vasco da Gama Bridge, Macau, Eça de Queiroz and Porto 2001 European Capital of Culture. These coins stand out for their artistic quality, thematic richness and the continuity of the commemorative tradition of the Portuguese Mint during the final decades of the Escudo. This category gathers all commemorative 500 Escudos coins issued with normal finish, allowing collectors to easily identify and acquire any of these emblematic pieces.