1960 Portugal Silver 5 Escudos

Set out to explore the seven seas with this coin. Struck in 65% silver, this circulated 5 Escudos from Portugal celebrates Prince Henry the Navigator. A key figure during the 15th century, Prince Henry sponsored expeditions on land and sea by bringing astronomers, mariners and navigators together. Intrigued by the continent of Africa, he sent ships to places like the Canary Islands, Azores and Madeira. By the time that Prince Henry passed away in 1460, he had sparked the Age of Discovery and over the next century, the Portuguese would have ports in countries as far away as Japan. Issued in 1960, this piece commemorates the 500th anniversary of Prince Henry’s death. Order this silver coin today to send your collection on a voyage back in time!