Reverse In the central part, an inscription in three lines: 'MACUTAS 12' - 12 macutas, surrounded by three four-petaled flowers of two types (two and one in quantity) and a laurel wreath. To the right, bottom, and left, an inscription in Portuguese: 'AFRICA.PORTUGUEZA', translating to 'Portuguese Africa'. At the top along the rim, the mint year 1796, separated from the inscription by two four-petaled flowers with dots on the sides. The edge of the coin features decorative raised dots.
Obverse In the central part, the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Portugal. To the right, bottom, and left along the edge, text in Latin: 'MARIA.I.D.G.REGINA.PORT.ET.D.GUINEÆ', the titles of Queen Maria I of Portugal. The edge of the coin features decorative raised denticles.