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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 Change into a Small Fortune. Don’t Miss Out!
Have you ever imagined finding a fortune in your pocket? Well, know that a R$ 1 coin, issued to honor 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 craze has a fascinating explanation.
Olympic Coins: A Hidden Treasure
Issued by the Central Bank (BC) to celebrate the 2016 Olympic Games, these R$ 1 coins are now coveted items for collectors. And it’s not surprising. Besides honoring one of the world’s biggest sporting events, they have unique characteristics that make them extremely valuable.
Which Coins to Look For?
Among the most sought-after coins are:
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- R$ 1 Coin from the Olympics (Paralympic Athletics)
- R$ 1 Coin from the Olympics (Boxing)
- R$ 1 Coin from the Olympics (Golf)
- R$ 1 Coin from the Olympics (Judo)
- R$ 1 Coin from the Olympics (Paralympic Swimming)
- R$ 1 Coin from the Olympics (Paratriathlon)
- R$ 1 Coin from the Olympics (Rugby)
- R$ 1 Coin from the Olympics (Sailing)
These pieces are part of the second family of the Real Plan and still have monetary value. Therefore, it is possible to find them in daily commerce. Stay alert for your change!
Characteristics of Olympic Coins
Olympic coins have technical specifications that distinguish them. According to the Central Bank, their main characteristics are:
- Material: stainless steel + bronze
- Diameter: 27.0 mm
- Weight: 7.00 g
- Thickness: 1.95 mm
- Edge: milled edge
- Axis: coin reverse (EH)
- Circulation: from 11/28/2014 to present
- Obverse Design: image representing the sport, logo of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, and the word BRASIL
- Reverse Design: on the golden ring, indigenous Marajoara graphics; on the silver core, a sphere superimposed by a ribbon of joy, with the Southern Cross constellation, alluding to the National Flag, in addition to the corresponding inscriptions for the face value and year of minting.
The Value of the 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 sport.
But what is a coin with an inverted reverse? In Brazil, the standard is the horizontal axis (EH). Coins that do not follow this standard are called inverted reverse, and are extremely rare.
To identify a coin with this defect, hold it with the face facing you and flip it from bottom to top. If the other side is upside down, you have found a coin with an inverted reverse.
So, the next time you receive a R$ 1 coin in change, take a close look. You might just be holding a valuable piece, a small treasure that could be worth much more than you think.
Have you found any rare coins in your change? What did you think of this story about the Olympic coins? Leave your comment and share your experiences!
O grande problema está em como enviar a moeda, e saber o grau da confiança em fazer negócios sem trapacear!
Olá bom dia, queria saber em qual site poderia anunciar as moedas olímpicas para venda?.
Quero vender as minha