This 2012 Portugal 1 Euro Cent coin features the historical royal seal of Afonso Henriques surrounded by national symbols, making it a captivating piece for collectors and history enthusiasts. Crafted from copper-plated steel, its intricate design and compact size of 16.25mm offer both aesthetic appeal and investment value, highlighted by its unique portrayal of Europe alongside Africa and Asia on the reverse.
- Issuer: Portugal
- Year: 2012
- Face Value: 1 Euro Cent
- Composition: Copper plated steel
- Size: 16.25mm diameter
- Obverse: The first royal seal of 1134 of Afonso Henriques, the first king of Portugal, is encircled by alternately the seven country’s castles and the five coats of arms, which appear on the Portuguese flag, and the letters of the word “PORTUGAL”, themselves encircled by the twelve stars of Europe
- Reverse: A globe, next to the face value, shows Europe in relation to Africa and Asia
- Catalogue Reference: KM# 740, Schön# 241
- Numista N#: 153
