200 Escudos of Portugal 1999 CuNi UNC - Duarte Pacheco Pereira

Duarte Pacheco Pereira was a Portuguese navigator and explorer of the 15th century, born around 1460. He is best known for his voyages and exploration in the Indian Ocean. Pacheco Pereira authored "Esmeraldo de Situ Orbis," a detailed account of his journeys and observations, providing valuable insights into the geography and peoples of the Indian Ocean region during that era.

His expeditions were significant for mapping new trade routes and expanding Portuguese influence in Asia. Although he is often overshadowed by other explorers of his time, such as Vasco da Gama or Ferdinand Magellan, he played a crucial role in Portuguese exploration and understanding of distant lands.