1 Escudos Portuguese copper-nickel Year 1958 Estado DA India

This authentic 1 Escudos coin from 1958 captures a pivotal era in Portuguese colonial numismatics. Struck in copper-nickel, this Estado da India piece represents a tangible connection to one of Europe's longest-lived colonial monetary systems. The coin's composition and year of issue make it a meaningful addition to collections focused on Portuguese numismatic heritage, world coins, or colonial monetary systems. Collectors seek these pieces for their historical authenticity, scarcity, and the stories they tell about Portuguese economic presence in Asia. The 1958 date places this coin in the final decades of Estado da India's circulation, adding temporal significance to any collection. Whether you're completing a Portuguese colonial set, building a world coin portfolio, or acquiring a historical artifact with genuine numismatic value, this coin offers authentic character at the most competitive price point available.