Offered here is an authentic coin issued under Miguel I, King of Portugal, whose short but turbulent reign was marked by absolutist policies and the Liberal Wars.
✨ Historical Significance:
Miguel I assumed the throne in 1828, dissolving the liberal constitution of 1822 and ruling with absolute authority
His reign triggered the Miguelite Wars, pitting absolutists against liberal forces supporting a constitutional monarchy
Defeated in 1834, Miguel’s fall restored Maria II and established Portugal as a constitutional monarchy
Coins from this period capture a nation at the crossroads of tradition and reform, making them highly collectible
🪙 Coin Details:
Ruler: Miguel I of Portugal
Period: 1828–1834