Angola Silver Coin Melt Values - Live Calculator
The table below lists each denomination and computes live melt value from the current silver spot price of $66.76 per troy ounce.
| Coin | Face Value | Years | Fineness | Gross Weight (g) | ASW (g) | ASW (oz t) | Qty | Melt Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escudos | 10 | 1952 | 0.72 | 5 | 3.6 | 0.1157 | $0.00 | |
| Escudos | 20 | 1952 - 1955 | 0.72 | 10 | 7.2 | 0.2315 | $0.00 | |
| Grand Total | $0.00 | |||||||
Country Silver Coin History
Historical Context
The history of silver coins in Angola is closely tied to its colonial history under Portuguese rule. Portugal established a presence in Angola in the late 15th century, and over the centuries, it became an integral part of the Portuguese colonial empire.
In the initial period of Portuguese colonization, the escudo, a currency used in Portugal and other colonies, was introduced. However, barter and trade using local goods remained predominant in the early stages.
Introduction of Silver Coins in Angola
By the 18th and 19th centuries, the use of Portuguese currency, including silver coins, became more established in Angola. The silver coins used in Angola during this period were typically Portuguese reais, and later escudos, which featured designs similar to those used in Portugal.
Silver coins like the Maria Theresa thaler, a widely accepted trade coin, also circulated in Angola and other parts of Africa during the 19th century due to its reliable silver content and trusted value.
In 1914, the Angolan escudo was introduced, replacing the real. The Angolan escudo was pegged to the Portuguese escudo and featured coins minted in both Portugal and Angola. Silver coins during this period included denominations such as the 1, 2.5, and 5 escudo pieces, which were made of 72% silver. These coins often depicted Portuguese symbols and leaders, integrating Angola into the broader Portuguese colonial economic system.
