Portugal. João Príncipe Regente (1799-1816). Silver Cruzado Novo (Lisboa) - 1816 (No reserve price)

The Silver Cruzado Novo from 1816 features the reign of João Príncipe Regente of Portugal, who served as regent from 1799 to 1816 before becoming King João VI. The Cruzado Novo was a Portuguese silver coin that evolved from earlier cruzado coins, used widely during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This particular specimen was minted in Lisboa (Lisbon), the capital of Portugal, a key hub for Portuguese coinage. The silver cruzado coins represented important currency for Portugal during a period marked by political upheaval and colonial management, especially as the Portuguese crown navigated the Napoleonic Wars and later moved its court to Brazil. Collectors appreciate these coins not only for their historical significance relating to João VI's regency and early reign but also for their craftsmanship and silver content. They embody a blend of Portuguese numismatic tradition with the broader political narrative of Europe and its Atlantic colonies in the early 1800s.