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Did you know? R$1 coins from the Rio Olympics can be worth up to R$200! Find out if you have one of these rarities in your pocket and see how they can turn your spare change into a small fortune. Don't miss it!
Have you ever imagined finding a fortune in your pocket? Be aware that a R$1 coin, released in honor of the Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games, can be worth up to 200 times its original value. Today, collectors are willing to pay up to R$200 for these rare coins, and this fever has a fascinating explanation.
Olympic Coins: A Hidden Treasure
Launched by Central Bank (BC) To celebrate the 2016 Olympic Games, these R$1 coins are now objects of desire for collectors. And no less. In addition to honoring one of the biggest sporting events in the world, they have unique characteristics that make them extremely valuable.
What Currencies to Look for?
Among the most coveted coins are:
- The rebirth of railways in Brazil: R$100 billion to revolutionize national transport!
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- Brazil is run over economically! The South American country, often forgotten, is the one that will grow the most economically; see which one
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- 1 real coin from the Olympics (Paralympic Athletics)
- 1 real coin from the Olympics (Boxing)
- 1 real coin from the Olympics (Golf)
- 1 real coin from the Olympics (Judo)
- 1 real coin from the Olympics (Paralympic swimming)
- 1 real coin from the Olympics (Paratriathlon)
- 1 real coin from the Olympics (Rugby)
- 1 real coin from the Olympics (Sailing)
These pieces are part of the second family of Plano Real and still have monetary value. Therefore, it is possible to find them in daily commerce. Keep an eye on your change!
Characteristics of Olympic Coins
Olympic coins have technical specifications that differentiate them. According to the Central Bank, its main characteristics are:
- Material: stainless steel + bronze
- Diameter: 27,0 mm
- Weight: 7,00 g
- Thickness: 1,95 mm
- Edge: Intermediate serration
- Axle: reverse coin (EH)
- Circulation: from 28/11/2014 to present
- Obverse Design: image representing the sport, logo of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games and BRAZIL banner
- Reverse Design: on the golden ring, indigenous Marajoara graphics; in the silver core, a sphere overlapped by a jubilant band, with the Cruzeiro do Sul constellation, alluding to the National Pavilion, in addition to the couplets corresponding to the face value and the year of minting.
The Value of Coins: How Much Are They Worth?
But after all, how much are these coins worth? According to numismatic experts, for a coin to be considered rare, it must present a minting error known as inverted reverse. Coins with this defect can be worth between R$200 and R$280, depending on the modality.
But what is a coin with an inverted reverse side? In Brazil, the standard is the horizontal axis (EH). Coins that do not follow this pattern are called reverse reverse and are extremely rare.
To identify a coin with this defect, hold it face up to you and turn it from bottom to top. If the other side is upside down, you have found a coin with a reversed reverse.
So the next time you get a R$1 coin in your change, look closely. This is because you may be holding a valuable piece, a small treasure that could be worth much more than you imagine.
And you, have you ever found any rare coins in your change? What did you think of this story about Olympic coins? Leave your comment and share your experiences!
I HAVE SOME COINS
I have more than 16 of those coins.
I have three coins