40 Reis 1826-1828 [Portugal]

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Reverse
Along the rim, Latin inscriptions in an arc: on the left 'UTILITATI', on the right 'PUBLICAE', translating to 'FOR THE PUBLIC'. Below, the number '40'. In the central part, the lesser coat of arms of Portugal crowned with the imperial crown: on an oval shield, five escutcheons with bezants are arranged in the form of a cross; the edges of the large shield feature a wide, fluted border with seven castles.
Obverse
Around the rim, from left to right, a Latin inscription reads 'PETRUS IV D G PORTUG ET ALGARB REX', translating to 'Peter IV by the Grace of God King of Portugal and the Algarves'. Below, the year of minting '1826'. In the central part, the right-facing profile of the king.