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The theory of the Portuguese discovery of Australia suggests that Portuguese explorers may have discovered Australia in the early 16th century, long before the Dutch and British. This hypothesis is based on clues like the Dieppe maps, which depict a land called "Jave la Grande," Portuguese explorations near Australia (such as Timor), and Portuguese artifacts found in Australia. However, there is no direct evidence, and the lack of Portuguese records confirming such a discovery makes this theory speculative and controversial.
Country...............................
Portugal
Face Value..........................
200 Escudos
Quality................................
Uncirculated (UNC)
Year....................................
1995
Mint....................................
Imprensa National-Casa da Moeda (INCM)
Engraver/Draftsman............
Isabel Carriço & Fernando Branco
Mintage...............................
750 000
Weight (g)...........................
21,10
Diameter (mm)....................
36
Thickness (mm)...................
2,80
Alloy...................................
Cupronickel (CuNi)
Packaging...........................
Loose
Issue Date...........................
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