Segundo Cruceiro (1970-1986) Coin List
The Segundo Cruceiro was the official currency of Brazil from 1970 to 1986, a period marked by important economic and political changes in the country. This monetary unit was introduced to replace the First Cruceiro, which had suffered a significant devaluation due to high inflation.
Characteristics and design of the coins
The coins of the Second Cruceiro were characterized by their diversity in denominations and designs. Pieces of 1, 5, 10, 10, 20 and 50 centavos were minted, as well as 1 and 2 cruceiros. The designs of these coins reflected elements of Brazilian culture and history, including figures such as the politician and diplomat Barão do Rio Branco on the 1 cruceiro coin, and the explorer Pedro Álvares Cabral on the 20 centavo coin. In addition, national symbols such as the Brazilian coat of arms and representations of the country's flora and fauna were used, such as the ipê flower on the 2 cruceiros coin.
Economic context and the end of the Second Cruceiro
During the period of the Segundo Cruceiro, Brazil experienced a time of rapid economic growth known as the "Brazilian Economic Miracle," but also faced significant challenges such as the 1973 oil crisis and rising inflation. As the 1980s progressed, inflation became uncontrollable, leading to the introduction of higher denominations, including coins of 5, 10, 20 and 50 cruceiros. Finally, in 1986, the government implemented the Cruzado Plan, which replaced the Segundo Cruceiro with a new currency, the Cruzado, in an attempt to control inflation and stabilize the economy. This change marked the end of a turbulent era in Brazil's monetary history.
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable Segundo Cruceiro (1970-1986) coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins list has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Old coins of Brazil
To facilitate their classification, we have decided to organise the coins according to their historical period, you can consult the coins by historical numismatic categories of Brazil.
King John VI 1802-1822 Emperor Peter I 1823-1831 Emperor Peter II 1831-1889 Antiguo Real (Republic) 1889-1942 First Crossing 1942-1967 Cruceiro New 1967-1970 Segundo Cruceiro 1970-1986 Crusader 1986-1989 Crusader New 1989-1990 Third Crossing 1990-1993 Royal Crossing 1993-1994 Real 1994-?Coin Catalog
Brasil | 10 centavos
Brasil | 20 centavos
Brasil | 20 centavos
Brasil | 50 centavos
Brasil | 50 centavos
Brasil | 1 cruzeiro
Brasil | 1 cruzeiro
Brasil | 1 cruzeiro (150th Anniversary of Independence)
Brasil | 20 cruzeiros (150th Anniversary of Independence)
Brasil | 1 centavo (FAO - Sugar)
Brasil | 2 centavos (FAO - Soybean plant)
Brasil | 5 centavos (FAO - Meat)
Brasil | 5 centavos (FAO - Meat)
Brasil | 10 cruzeiros (10th Anniversary of the Central Bank)
Brasil | 1 centavo (Soybean Plant)
Brasil | 1 cruzeiro (Sugar cane)
Brasil | 5 cruzeiros (Coffee plant)
Brasil | 10 cruzeiros (Map with 6 routes)
Brasil | 10 cruzeiros (Map with 6 routes)
Brasil | 20 cruzeiros (St. Francis of Assisi Church)
Brasil | 20 cruzeiros (St. Francis of Assisi Church)
Brasil | 50 cruzeiros (Map of Brasilia)
Brasil | 50 cruzeiros (Map of Brasilia)
Brasil | 100 cruzeiros
Brasil | 200 cruzeiros
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