Madeira and Azores... I finally believe...

I have been extremely reluctant to believe that these two countries didn't have coins... and that the coins I had were of Portugal. Folks have claimed evidence in law and references. But since these efforts were Portuguese never was satisfied. But I am now. Some months ago I wrote the Portuguese mint. This week I received an email from museo casa da moneda. The issues of autonomy issues of Madeira and Azores escudos are commemorative issues of Portugal.
I fully support Numista's organization in this matter.

Madeira and the Azores have never been countries. They are regions of Portugal. There are coins of the Portuguese monarchy minted exclusively for these regions. And there are coins of the Portuguese Republic commemorative of these 2 regions, but were minted to circulate in Portugal.

I agree with amss, but always good to have an official confirmation Good work !