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Portuguese India – Colonial Coins

The coins of Portuguese India form the largest and oldest numismatic corpus of Portugal’s former overseas territories, reflecting more than four centuries of continuous presence in the East. Following the conquest of Goa in 1510, during the reign of King Manuel I, a local coinage system was established to support regional circulation and consolidate Portuguese administration in the Indian Ocean. Over the centuries, the mints of Goa, Daman and Diu produced gold, silver, copper and tutenag coins, following the monetary reforms of the empire and mirroring political changes from the Avis dynasty to the Republican period. These issues are notable for their wide range of denominations, iconography adapted to the oriental context and manufacturing standards that evolved from manual striking to industrial production. The numismatic heritage of Portuguese India is one of the richest in the colonial world, encompassing Manueline, Philippine, Joanine, Liberal and Republican coinages, culminating in the final issues before the territory’s integration into the Indian Union in 1961. Coins issued after 1961 can be found under World Coins, in the section Asia – India.

Portuguese India – Colonial Coins – Colonial Numismatics

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Ref: AG.IN.01.01.A3

India coin of 1 tanga 1934 Bronze of India Portuguese, (VF+/XF-), World Coins India Portuguese KM 19

€190.00

India 1 Tanga 1934 Bronze. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.01.01.A5

India coin of 1 tanga 1934 Bronze of India Portuguese, (VF+), World Coins India Portuguese KM 19

€180.00

India 1 Tanga 1934 Bronze. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.01.01.A6

India coin of 1 tanga 1934 Bronze of India Portuguese, (VF+), World Coins India Portuguese KM 19

€170.00

India 1 Tanga 1934 Bronze. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.02.01.B5

India 1 Tanga 1947 Bronze, Tanga 1947 of India Portuguese, (VF+), World Coins India Portuguese KM 24

€16.00

India 1 Tanga 1947 Bronze. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.02.01.B6

India 1 Tanga 1947 Bronze, Tanga 1947 of India Portuguese, (VF+), World Coins India Portuguese KM 24

€16.00

India 1 Tanga 1947 Bronze. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.02.01.C4

India 1 Tanga 1947 Bronze, Tanga 1947 of India Portuguese, (VF), World Coins India Portuguese KM 24

€14.00

India 1 Tanga 1947 Bronze. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.02.01.C5

India 1 Tanga 1947 Bronze, Tanga 1947 of India Portuguese, (VF), World Coins India Portuguese KM 24

€12.00

India 1 Tanga 1947 Bronze. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.02.01.C9

India 1 Tanga 1947 Bronze, Tanga 1947 of India Portuguese, (VF), World Coins India Portuguese KM 24

€10.00

India 1 Tanga 1947 Bronze. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.03.01.A2

India coin of 1 Tanga 1952 Bronze, Tanga 1952 of India Portuguese, (AU/UNC), World Coins India Portuguese KM 28

€25.00

India 1 Tanga 1952 Bronze. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.03.01.B5

India coin of 1 Tanga 1952 Bronze, Tanga 1952 of India Portuguese, (VF+/AU), World Coins India Portuguese KM 28

€10.00

India 1 Tanga 1952 Bronze. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.03.01.C4

India coin of 1 Tanga 1952 Bronze, Tanga 1952 of India Portuguese, (VF+), World Coins India Portuguese KM 28

€8.00

India 1 Tanga 1952 Bronze. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.03.01.C6

India coin of 1 Tanga 1952 Bronze, Tanga 1952 of India Portuguese, (VF+), World Coins India Portuguese KM 28

€8.00

India 1 Tanga 1952 Bronze. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.04.01.A5

India, 2 tangas 1934 Copper-nickel of India Portuguese, (VF+/XF-), World Coins India Portuguese KM 20

€90.00

2 Tangas 1934 Cupro-Nickel, Portuguese India, World Coins India Portuguese KM#20. Coin issued by Decree No. 23833 of May 8, 1934, intended for circulation in the former colony of Portuguese India. The State of India was established in 1505, six years after the discovery of the sea route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent. It served as an administrative framework for a network of forts, trading posts, and overseas colonies. The first Viceroy was Dom Francisco de Almeida, who set up his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.04.01.A6

India, 2 tangas 1934 Copper-nickel of India Portuguese, (VF+), World Coins India Portuguese KM 20

€90.00

2 Tangas 1934 Cupro-Nickel, Portuguese India, World Coins India Portuguese KM#20. Coin issued by Decree No. 23833 of May 8, 1934, intended for circulation in the former colony of Portuguese India. The State of India was established in 1505, six years after the discovery of the sea route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent. It served as an administrative framework for a network of forts, trading posts, and overseas colonies. The first Viceroy was Dom Francisco de Almeida, who set up his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.05.01.A4

4 tangas 1934 Copper-nickel of India Portuguese, (VF+), World Coins India Portuguese KM 21

€190.00

India Coin of 4 Tangas 1934 Cupro-Nickel, Portuguese India, World Coins India Portuguese KM#20. Coin issued by Decree No. 23833 of May 8, 1934, intended for circulation in the former colony of Portuguese India. The State of India was established in 1505, six years after the discovery of the sea route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent. It served as an administrative framework for a network of forts, trading posts, and overseas colonies. The first Viceroy was Dom Francisco de Almeida, who set up his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.05.01.A5

India, 4 tangas 1934 Copper-nickel of India Portuguese, (VF+), World Coins India Portuguese KM 21

€175.00

4 Tangas 1934 Cupro-Nickel, Portuguese India, World Coins India Portuguese KM#20. Coin issued by Decree No. 23833 of May 8, 1934, intended for circulation in the former colony of Portuguese India. The State of India was established in 1505, six years after the discovery of the sea route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent. It served as an administrative framework for a network of forts, trading posts, and overseas colonies. The first Viceroy was Dom Francisco de Almeida, who set up his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.05.01.A6

4 tangas 1934 Copper-nickel of India Portuguese, (VF), World Coins India Portuguese KM 21

€170.00

India Coin of 4 Tangas 1934 Cupro-Nickel, Portuguese India, World Coins India Portuguese KM#20. Coin issued by Decree No. 23833 of May 8, 1934, intended for circulation in the former colony of Portuguese India. The State of India was established in 1505, six years after the discovery of the sea route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent. It served as an administrative framework for a network of forts, trading posts, and overseas colonies. The first Viceroy was Dom Francisco de Almeida, who set up his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.06.01.A8

India coin 1/4 Rupia 1947 Copper-nickel, Quarter Rupee 1947 of India Portuguese, (VF+), World Coins India Portuguese KM 25

€28.00

India coin 1/4 Rupia 1947 Copper-nickel, Quarter Rupee 1947 of India Portuguese, World Coins India Portuguese KM#25. Visit our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.06.01.B3

India coin 1/4 Rupia 1947 Copper-nickel, Quarter Rupee 1947 of India Portuguese, (VF), World Coins India Portuguese KM 25

€20.00

India coin 1/4 Rupia 1947 Copper-nickel, Quarter Rupee 1947 of India Portuguese, World Coins India Portuguese KM#25. Visit our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.06.02.B3

India coin 1/4 Rupia 1952 Copper-nickel, Quarter Rupee 1952 of India Portuguese, (VF+), World Coins India Portuguese KM 25

€28.00

India coin 1/4 Rupia 1952 Copper-nickel, Quarter Rupee 1952 of India Portuguese, World Coins India Portuguese KM#25. This coin was established by Decree No. 36 476 of 20 August 1947, and later amended by Decree No. 38 657 of 25 February 1952, for circulation in the former Portuguese Indian colony. The Estado da Índia was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the sea route between Portugal and the Indian sub-continent, to serve as an administrative hub for a network of fortresses, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who set up his government in Cochim.

Ref: AG.IN.06.02.B4

India coin 1/4 Rupia 1952 Copper-nickel, Quarter Rupee 1952 of India Portuguese, (VF+), World Coins India Portuguese KM 25

€24.00

India coin 1/4 Rupia 1952 Copper-nickel, Quarter Rupee 1952 of India Portuguese, World Coins India Portuguese KM#25. Visit our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.07.01.A1

India 1/2 Rupee 1936 Silver, Half Rupee 1936 silver State of Portuguese India, (UNC), World Coins India Portuguese KM 23

€45.00

India 1/2 Rupee  1936 Silver, Half Rupee 1936 silver State of Portuguese India, World Coins India Portuguese KM#23. Coin issued by Decree 23833 of May 8, 1934, intended for circulation in the former colony of Portuguese India. The State of India was established in 1505, six years after the discovery of the sea route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent. It served as an administrative framework for a network of forts, trading posts, and overseas colonies. The first Viceroy was Dom Francisco de Almeida, who set up his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.07.01.B5

India 1/2 Rupee 1936 Silver, Half Rupee 1936 silver State of Portuguese India, (VF), World Coins India Portuguese KM 23

€28.00

India 1/2 Rupee  1936 Silver, Half Rupee 1936 silver State of Portuguese India, World Coins India Portuguese KM#23. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.08.01.B1

India Portuguese coin 1/2 Rupia 1947 Copper-nickel, half rupee 1947 of India, (VF), World Coins India Portuguese KM 26

€25.00

India Portuguese coin 1/2 Rupia 1947 Copper-nickel, half rupee 1947 of India Portuguese, World Coins India Portuguese KM#26. Coin issued by Decree 36476 of August 20, 1947, intended for circulation in the former colony of Portuguese India. The State of India was established in 1505, six years after the discovery of the sea route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent. It served as an administrative framework for a network of forts, trading posts, and overseas colonies. The first Viceroy was Dom Francisco de Almeida, who set up his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.08.02.B1

India Portuguese coin 1/2 Rupia 1952 Copper-nickel, half rupee 1947 of India Portuguese, World Coins India Portuguese KM 26

€27.00

The ½ rupia coin of 1952, struck in cupro-nickel, hails from the Estado da Índia Portuguesa (Portuguese India), a former Portuguese colony, and is listed in World Coins – Portuguese India under KM #26. This coin was established by Decree No. 36 476 of 20 August 1947, and later amended by Decree No. 38 657 of 25 February 1952, for circulation in the former Portuguese Indian colony. The Estado da Índia was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the sea route between Portugal and the Indian sub-continent, to serve as an administrative hub for a network of fortresses, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who set up his government in Cochim.

Ref: AG.IN.13.01.A1

Portuguese India, 10 centavos 1958 bronze coin, Former Portuguese Colony , (UNC), World Coins India Portuguese KM 30

€20.00

10 Centavos bronze coin dated 1958 from the Portuguese State of India, catalogued as KM#30 in World Coins and as R.13.01 in the 2006, 2013 and 2021 editions of the Alberto Gomes catalogue. Issued under the Portuguese Republic (1910–1961) within the Escudo monetary system, it was struck at the Lisbon Mint with a total mintage of 5,000,000 pieces across 1958 and 1959. The obverse displays the facial value “10 CENTAVOS”, while the reverse features the ornate coat of arms of Portuguese India over an armillary sphere with mural crown. The coin offered corresponds to the UNC preservation standard, matching the quality shown in the reference image.

Ref: AG.IN.13.01.A9

India portuguese, 10 centavos 1958 bronze, $10 centavos 1958 colony Índia Portuguese , (XF), World Coins India Portuguese KM30

€15.00

India portuguese, 10 centavos 1958 bronze, World Coins India Portuguese KM#30. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.13.01.B4

India portuguese, 10 centavos 1958 bronze, $10 centavos 1958 colony Índia Portuguese , (XF), World Coins India Portuguese KM 30

€12.00

India portuguese, 10 centavos 1958 bronze, World Coins India Portuguese KM#30. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.13.01.B8

India portuguese, 10 centavos 1958 bronze, $10 centavos 1958 colony Índia Portuguese , (XF), World Coins India Portuguese KM 30

€12.00

India portuguese, 10 centavos 1958 bronze, World Coins India Portuguese KM#30. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.13.02.A8

India Portuguese Colony 10 centavos 1959 bronze, $10 centavos 1959 Índia, (AU/UNC), World Coins India Portuguese KM 30

€15.00

India Portuguese Colony 10 centavos 1959 bronze, World Coins India Portuguese KM#30. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.13.02.B1

India Portuguese Colony 10 centavos 1959 bronze, $10 centavos 1959 Índia, (AU/UNC), World Coins India Portuguese KM 30

€15.00

India Portuguese Colony 10 centavos 1959 bronze, World Coins India Portuguese KM#30. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.13.02.C4

India Portuguese Colony 10 centavos 1959 bronze, $10 centavos 1959 Índia, (VF+/XF), World Coins India Portuguese KM 30

€12.00

India Portuguese Colony 10 centavos 1959 bronze, World Coins India Portuguese KM#30. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.13.02.D1

India Portuguese Colony 10 centavos 1959 bronze, $10 centavos 1959 Índia, (VF), World Coins India Portuguese KM 30

€8.00

India Portuguese Colony 10 centavos 1959 bronze, World Coins India Portuguese KM#30. Discover our catalog of coins from Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent, with the aim of serving as an administrative reference for a chain of fortifications, trading posts and overseas colonies. The first viceroy was D. Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.13.03.A1

India Portuguese, 10 centavos 1961 bronze coin, Former Portuguese Colony, (UNC), World Coins India Portuguese KM 30

€20.00

10 Centavos bronze coin dated 1961 from the Portuguese State of India, catalogued as KM#30 in World Coins and as R.13.03 in the 2006, 2013 and 2021 editions of the Alberto Gomes catalogue. Issued under the Portuguese Republic (1910–1961) within the Escudo monetary system, it was struck at the Lisbon Mint with a mintage of 1,000,000 pieces. The obverse displays the facial value “10 CENTAVOS”, while the reverse features the ornate coat of arms of Portuguese India over an armillary sphere with mural crown, accompanied by the date “1961”. The coin offered corresponds to the UNC preservation standard, matching the quality shown in the reference image.

Ref: AG.IN.14.01.A6

India Portuguese 30 centavos 1958 bronze, $30 centavos 1958 Índia, (XF), World Coins India Portuguese KM 31

€15.00

India, 30 Centavos Coin, 1958, Bronze – State of India (Former Portuguese Colony). Coin issued by Decree No. 41680 of June 16, 1958, intended for circulation in the colony of Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the sea route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent. It served as an administrative reference point for a network of fortresses, trading posts, and overseas colonies. The first Viceroy was Dom Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.

Ref: AG.IN.14.01.A7

India Portuguese 30 centavos 1958 bronze, $30 centavos 1958 Índia, (XF), World Coins India Portuguese KM 31

€15.00

India, 30 Centavos Coin, 1958, Bronze – State of India (Former Portuguese Colony). Coin issued by Decree No. 41680 of June 16, 1958, intended for circulation in the colony of Portuguese India. The State of India was founded in 1505, six years after the discovery of the sea route between Portugal and the Indian subcontinent. It served as an administrative reference point for a network of fortresses, trading posts, and overseas colonies. The first Viceroy was Dom Francisco de Almeida, who established his government in Cochin.