1 real coins with an inverted reverse error, produced between 1998 and 2022, are purchased by collectors for up to R$2,5.
For many Brazilians, the 1 real coin is just one of many that go unnoticed in everyday life. However, few know that some of these coins can be worth much more than their face value, attracting the interest of collectors and numismatic experts. If you are curious about the topic or want to find out if you have one of these rarities at home, keep reading to understand what makes certain 1 real coins so valuable.
Numismatics and the value of rare coins
Numismatics, the study of coins, reveals that Brazil, since the Real Plan, introduced in 1994, has produced a series of coins that, due to minting errors or limited editions, have become objects of desire among collectors.
Among these, the 1 real coins with the so-called “inverted reverse” are the most sought after. But what is this coinage error and why is it so valued?
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What is a reversed 1 real coin?
The term “inverted reverse” refers to a flaw in the production process where the alignment of the coin's sides does not follow the traditional pattern.
Typically, Brazilian coins are minted with a pattern called coin reverse, that is, when rotating the coin horizontally, the two faces must be correctly aligned.
When this alignment is reversed — that is, when the coin is turned, the opposite side appears upside down — the coin is considered a minting error.
This characteristic, although unintentional, causes these coins to be seen as rarities and, therefore, they reach high values on the collectors' market.
The rarity of 1 real coins with reversed reverse
These 1 real coins with an inverted reverse, produced between 1998 and 2022, can still be found in circulation today, but are extremely rare.
The existence of this error in specific years arouses the interest of collectors, who look for these pieces to complete their collections or simply to invest, given the high value they can reach on the market.
How to identify if your currency is valuable?
Identifying whether a 1 real coin has an inverted reverse error is simple and can be done in just a few steps.
First, you need to hold the coin face up in a normal position, with the image of the Republic effigy facing you.
Then, you must rotate the coin vertically from bottom to top. If the other side, which displays the value and year of minting, appears upside down, you have a coin with a reversed reverse.
This small difference in alignment can transform an ordinary coin into a highly desired collector's item.
Technical characteristics of 1 real coins
Besides the minting error, these currencies maintain all the technical characteristics defined by the Central Bank of Brazil.
They are made of cupronickel and alpaca, are 27 millimeters in diameter, weigh 7,84 grams and are 1,95 millimeters thick.
The edge is intermittently serrated, which is one of the security measures to prevent counterfeiting.
These coins have been in circulation since 1998 and can still be found today, although the chances of finding one with the reverse error are slim.
The market value of rare coins
The market value of these coins with minting errors can vary, but in some cases, collectors are willing to pay up to R$2,5 for a 1 real coin that is in good condition and has the reverse side.
This value reflects not only the rarity of the piece, but also the growing interest in numismatics, an area that, in addition to preserving the country's history and culture, offers opportunities for valuable discoveries.
Pay attention to 1 real coins
So, the next time a 1 real coin passes through your hands, don't dismiss it without first checking its details.
It could be that you are holding onto a small fortune, a rare piece that, in addition to its historical value, can fetch good money on the collectors market.
Numismatics is within everyone's reach, and who knows, you might be the next one to discover a gem among the everyday change?