10 Avos 1945 Bronze of Timor, Former Portuguese colony, World Coins Timor KM 5

10 Avos bronze coin dated 1948 from the former Portuguese Colony of Timor, catalogued as KM#5 in World Coins and as 01.03 in the 2006, 2013 and 2021 editions of the Alberto Gomes catalogue. Issued under the Portuguese Republic (1910–1974) within the Escudo monetary system, it was struck at the Lisbon Mint with a mintage of 500,000 pieces. The obverse features the Portuguese shield with the legend “REPVBLICA PORTVGVESA ✤1948✤”, while the reverse displays the denomination “10 AVOS” framed by olive branches and the legend “COLONIA DE TIMOR”.

Timor, bronze coin of 10 Avos 1948, Timor Former Portuguese colony, (VF+/XF), World Coins Timor KM#5. Coin issued under Decree No. 35,754 of July 19, 1946, intended for circulation in the colony of Portuguese Timor, which corresponds to present-day Timor-Leste during the period it was a Portuguese colony (1596–1975). For much of that time, Portugal shared sovereignty over the island of Timor with the Dutch East Indies, now Indonesia. Additionally, Portugal also maintained control over the island of Flores, in the Sunda archipelago, located near Timor and administratively subject to it.

10 Avos bronze coin dated 1951 from the former Portuguese Colony of Timor, catalogued as KM#5 in World Coins and as 01.04 in the 2006, 2013 and 2021 editions of the Alberto Gomes catalogue. Issued under the Portuguese Republic (1910–1974) within the Escudo monetary system, it was struck at the Lisbon Mint with a mintage of 1,000,000 pieces. The obverse features the Portuguese shield with the legend “REPVBLICA PORTVGVESA ✤1951✤”, while the reverse displays the denomination “10 AVOS” framed by olive branches and the legend “COLONIA DE TIMOR”.

Timor, bronze coin of 10 Avos 1951, Timor Former Portuguese colony, (VF+/XF), World Coins Timor KM#5. Coin issued under Decree No. 35,754 of July 19, 1946, intended for circulation in the colony of Portuguese Timor, which corresponds to present-day Timor-Leste during the period it was a Portuguese colony (1596–1975). For much of that time, Portugal shared sovereignty over the island of Timor with the Dutch East Indies, now Indonesia. Additionally, Portugal also maintained control over the island of Flores, in the Sunda archipelago, located near Timor and administratively subject to it.

Timor coin 20 Avos 1945 Alpaca, 20 Avos 1945 Nickel brass Former Portuguese Colony of Timor, World Coins Timor KM#6. Coin issued under Decree No. 35,754 of July 19, 1946, intended for circulation in the colony of Portuguese Timor, which corresponds to present-day Timor-Leste during the period it was a Portuguese colony (1596–1975). For much of that time, Portugal shared sovereignty over the island of Timor with the Dutch East Indies, now Indonesia. Additionally, Portugal also maintained control over the island of Flores, in the Sunda archipelago, located near Timor and administratively subject to it.

Timor coin 20 Avos 1945 Alpaca, 20 Avos 1945 Nickel brass Former Portuguese Colony of Timor, World Coins Timor KM#6. Coin issued under Decree No. 35,754 of July 19, 1946, intended for circulation in the colony of Portuguese Timor, which corresponds to present-day Timor-Leste during the period it was a Portuguese colony (1596–1975). For much of that time, Portugal shared sovereignty over the island of Timor with the Dutch East Indies, now Indonesia. Additionally, Portugal also maintained control over the island of Flores, in the Sunda archipelago, located near Timor and administratively subject to it.

Timor, silver coin of 50 Avos 1945, Former Portuguese colony of Timor, World Coins Timor KM#7.  Coin issued under Decree No. 35,754 of July 19, 1946, intended for circulation in the colony of Portuguese Timor, which corresponds to present-day Timor-Leste during the period it was a Portuguese colony (1596–1975). For much of that time, Portugal shared sovereignty over the island of Timor with the Dutch East Indies, now Indonesia. Additionally, Portugal also maintained control over the island of Flores, in the Sunda archipelago, located near Timor and administratively subject to it.

Timor, silver coin of 50 Avos 1948, Former Portuguese colony of Timor, World Coins Timor KM#7. Coin issued under Decree No. 35,754 of July 19, 1946, intended for circulation in the colony of Portuguese Timor, which corresponds to present-day Timor-Leste during the period it was a Portuguese colony (1596–1975). For much of that time, Portugal shared sovereignty over the island of Timor with the Dutch East Indies, now Indonesia. Additionally, Portugal also maintained control over the island of Flores, in the Sunda archipelago, located near Timor and administratively subject to it.

Timor, silver coin of 50 Avos 1948, Former Portuguese colony of Timor, World Coins Timor KM#7. Coin issued under Decree No. 35,754 of July 19, 1946, intended for circulation in the colony of Portuguese Timor, which corresponds to present-day Timor-Leste during the period it was a Portuguese colony (1596–1975). For much of that time, Portugal shared sovereignty over the island of Timor with the Dutch East Indies, now Indonesia. Additionally, Portugal also maintained control over the island of Flores, in the Sunda archipelago, located near Timor and administratively subject to it.

1958 10 Centavos bronze coin, issued in the former Portuguese colony of Timor (present-day Timor-Leste), in MBC+ condition, catalogued in Alberto Gomes – Portugal Ultramarino – Timor as R.04.01 and in the international World Coins catalog as KM#10. This Portuguese Timor coin was created under Decree No. 41,428 of December 6, 1957, for circulation during the Portuguese colonial period. A highly desirable piece for collectors of old coins, Portuguese numismatics, colonial coins, and Timor-Leste coins. An important historical testament to the Portuguese presence in Southeast Asia, ideal for collections of Portugal and former colonies coins, with historical and numismatic value.

1958 10 Centavos bronze coin struck for circulation in Portuguese Timor, present-day Timor-Leste. catalogued in Alberto Gomes – Portugal Ultramarino – Timor under reference R.04.01 and in the international World Coins catalog as KM#10. Authorized by Decree No. 41,428 of December 6, 1957, this issue formed part of the Portuguese colonial monetary system in Southeast Asia. Sought after by collectors of colonial numismatics, Portuguese coinage, and Timor-related issues, this piece holds strong historical relevance and is well suited for specialized collections of former Portuguese territories.

The 1958 10 Centavos bronze coin issued for the Portuguese Overseas Territory of Timor belongs to the only mintage bearing this date, struck at the Lisbon Mint under Decree No. 41 428 of December 6, 1957. Listed as KM#10 in World Coins and 04.01 in the 2006, 2013 and 2021 editions of the Alberto Gomes catalogue, it forms part of the 4th group of Timor colonial issues.

Struck in bronze (Cu 940 – Zn 60), the coin features an 18 mm diameter, 2 g weight, plain edge, medal alignment (↑↓) and a rim composed of a smooth circle followed by arched ornaments. The obverse displays the coat of arms of the Portuguese Colony of Timor, surrounded by the legend TIMOR ✤✥✤ 1958 ✤✥✤, while the reverse shows the denomination “10 CENTAVOS”, encircled by the legend REPÚBLICA • PORTUGUESA ❁.

The 1958 mintage amounted to 1,000,000 pieces, making it one of the most representative colonial issues from the late period of Portuguese administration in Timor.

1958 10 Centavos bronze coin struck for circulation in Portuguese Timor, present-day Timor-Leste. catalogued in Alberto Gomes – Portugal Ultramarino – Timor under reference R.04.01 and in the international World Coins catalog as KM#10. Authorized by Decree No. 41,428 of December 6, 1957, this issue formed part of the Portuguese colonial monetary system in Southeast Asia. Sought after by collectors of colonial numismatics, Portuguese coinage, and Timor-related issues, this piece holds strong historical relevance and is well suited for specialized collections of former Portuguese territories.

1958 30 Centavos bronze coin, issued in the former Portuguese colony of Timor (present-day Timor-Leste), catalogued in Alberto Gomes – Portugal Ultramarino – Timor as R.06.01 and in the international World Coins catalog as KM#11. This Portuguese Timor coin was produced for circulation during the Portuguese colonial period. A highly desirable piece for collectors of old coins, Portuguese numismatics, colonial coins, and Timor-Leste coins. An important historical testament to the Portuguese presence in Southeast Asia, ideal for collections of Portugal and former colonies coins, with significant historical and numismatic value.

Nickel‑brass 1 escudo coin issued in 1958 for the former Portuguese colony of Timor. Listed under group 09.01 of the Alberto Gomes catalog, this XF example is valued for its colonial iconography, historical relevance and importance within Portuguese overseas numismatics.

Nickel‑brass 1 escudo coin issued in 1958 for the former Portuguese colony of Timor. Classified under group 09.01 of the Alberto Gomes catalog, this VF+ example is valued for its colonial iconography, historical relevance and importance within Portuguese overseas numismatics.

Timor 3 Escudos Silver Coin 1958 (3$00 Escudos), Former Portuguese Colony of Timor – World Coins Timor KM#14. Coin issued under Decree No. 41,428 of December 6, 1957. Minted with a face value of 3$00 (3 Escudos) in a silver alloy (Ag 650 – Cu 350), this coin was intended for circulation in Timor-Leste, then a Portuguese colony.