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Falcon countermark!!
Azores. Falcon countermark — “Açor” in Portuguese — on the obverse of a 1 real coin of Ferdinand and Isabella struck in Burgos, with an ermine at the end of the legend. Very few examples are known with this countermark, and none of them have been identified on this particular coin type. Extremely rare. Ex Tauler&Fau Selection (22/11/2022), lot 154.
The obverse countermark of this sample is a falcon - Açor in Portuguese - which became the insignia of the Azores (this mark is recorded in the Moedas Portuguesas Aragao p. 303 and plate XXII 6 and 7; and Moedas de Ouro de Portugal seculos V-XX p. 66).
Initially, the falcon was the mintmark of Angra do Heroismo. Later, it was used as a countermark to indicate that Portuguese coins minted outside the Azores were valid for circulation.
In 1580, Henrique I died without naming a successor. A struggle ensued with three contenders for the throne: Catarina, Infanta of Portugal, Duchess of Bragança; Philip II of Spain; and António I or Prior do Crato. Taking advantage of the hatred of the Spanish, Antonio was elected and proclaimed king by popular acclaim in July 1580.
However, his reign lasted only 20 days. Defeated by the Spanish at the Battle of Alcântara, he fled to the Azores, from where he attempted to rule Portugal as an opposition government unrecognised everywhere except in the Azores. Faced with a shortage of currency and unable to bear the cost of issuing the necessary coinage, Count Manuel da Silva, recently installed in Angra (1582), ordered the collection on 1 April of all the currency (initially only copper) in circulation to be marked with this stamp (Azor).
Finally, António went to France and England, where it was hoped that his return to Portugal would trigger uprisings there against Philip II. Unsuccessful, António ended his days in France on a small pension. VF. Est...1500,00.
NGC - AU 55
Chile. 1 peso. 1817. Santiago. FJ. (Km-82.2). . Rare in this grade. Wholesome and beautiful example nicely struck details. Only slight wear is seen on the highest elements of design, with nearly all features being retained. Brushes of wholesome toning add a depth of character to the surfaces and add to the appeal. A piece that is sure to capture the attention of any specialist in the series. Slabbed by NGC as AU 55. Est...1500,00.
"Tael" - AU Details
China. Hupeh. Tael. Year 30 (1904). Kuang-hsu (Guangxu). (Km-Y128.2). (L&M-180). (Kann-933). . Small characters variety. Extremely rare.
A short-lived issue, introduced as part of a projected coinage reform based on the traditional system of Chinese weights, rather than the relatively recently introduced decimalized Dollar system.
Tael denominated coinage are among the most sought-after areas of Chinese numismatics and his is the first sample of this issue that we have the privilege to offer and we are sure that it will receive a lot of attention.
Extremely rare. Slabbed by NGC as AU Details, Cleaned. Est...20000,00.
NGC - UNC Details
China. Li Yuan Hung. 1 dollar. ND (1912). Wuchang Mint. (Km-Y321). (L&M-45). (Kann-639). . 26,56 g. Li Yuan Hung without hat type. Chopmark on the obverse. A rare popular type, the present example can boast strong details. Rather wholesome and quite elegant, this Dollar does not lack for eye appeal.
A wonderful commemorative Dollar and this is the first sample of this issue that we have the privilege to offer and we are sure that it will receive a lot of attention.
Slabbed by NGC as UNC Details, Chopmarked. Est...5000,00.
Extremely rare
Cuba. 1 peso. 1898. (Km-A8). (Elizondo-4). . 22,56 g. Mintage of 1,000 specimens. Final year of issue, with iridescent toning and some contact marks, yet still highly desirable as a historic emblem of the Cuban struggle for independence. During the final years of the Cuban War of Independence, the “Souvenir Pesos” were not minted for circulation, but as commemorative pieces of the ongoing conflict against Spanish rule. Their issuance also served as a form of financial support for the cause, as they were sold to raise funds for the Cuban insurgent forces. Almost MS. Est...4000,00.
Moclon - VF 35 Top Pop!!
Guatemala. 2 reales "Moclon". Crown countermark ND (1662) type B, Deeply stamped on the reverse side of a 2 reales coin of 1651 minted in Potosi with the full four digit date. Undoubtedly the best known specimen of which we are sure it will attract the interest of the most advanced collectors. Ag. 7.36 g. From the Richard Stuart collection. Slabbed by NGC as VF 35. Crown C/S on Bolivia 2R. (Top Pop), the finest known in the NGC census. This coin is exempt from any export license fee. Est...7000,00.
NGC - G 6 C/S VF Strong
Guatemala. J. Guatemala countermark type II with a radiant sun over three volcanoes, authorized by decree published on April 25, 1839, and used until November 20, 1840. Applied on an 8 reales overdate coin struck in Guatemala in 1752/1 during the reign of Ferdinand VI. Ag. 26.67 g. Toned. Rare without hole. Slabbed by NGC as G 6. C/S: VF Strong. Almost VF. Est...1000,00.
The only known
El Salvador. 1 real. ND (1868). (Cal-616 var). (Restrepo-M70-1 var). . 2,48 g. El Salvador Arms countermark, type V, within a circular border. Issued under the decree of September 28, 1868, on a very rare 1 real coin of 1721 with assayer A (Buenaventura de Arce), struck in Santa Fe de Bogotá (New Kingdom of Granada) during the reign of Philip V. This is an extremely rare specimen and, to date, the only known example of this series with an El Salvador countermark.
Slabbed by PCGS as Genuine VG Details, Damage. C/M on Col. Real – F Details.
In the last 30 years, we have only found one example of this date offered at auction, in addition to the piece housed in the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
On the obverse, the shield consists of lions and castles, with the assayer (A) to the left and the value I tilted to the right. On the reverse, PLV/SVL/NoR between the pillars, with F to the left and S to the right. The full four-digit date appears in the legend. Light toning and the typical perforation seen in these issues.
This coin is particularly important not only because of the countermark but also because it represents one of the earliest silver issues after the creation of the Viceroyalty of the New Kingdom of Granada in 1717, which lasted until 1723 and was re-established in 1739. Its design is similar to the example in the Fitzwilliam Museum, referenced in the specialized catalog of Colombian coins by Jorge Emilio Restrepo.
Examples of this design are known in denominations of 1, 2, 4, and 8 reales, although Buenaventura de Arce’s silver issues are far scarcer than his gold coins. Est...5000,00.
Ex Stacks - MS 63
U.S. Coins. Morgan Dollars. 1 dollar. 1884. New Orleans. O. (Km-110). . Yellow-golden, pink, and blue-green toning on the obverse, with original luster on the reverse. Slabbed by PCGS as MS 63. Ex Stacks & Bowers Galleries, Americana Sale (January 24, 2012), lot 10131. Est...250,00.
France. Philippe VI of Valois (1328-1350). Ecu d'or à la chaise. 1st emission. (Duplessy-249). (Fried-270). (Ciani-282). Anv.: + PHILLIPPVS ⁑ DЄI / ˣ GRA ˣ / FRANCORVM ⁑ RЄX. Seated king in Gothic stalls, crowned, dressed with cuirasse and coat of arms, holding in his right hand a raised sword and in the left the decorated coat of arms of France, on a polylobed throne decorated with Four small clovers under the king, one on the left and two to the right. Rev.: + XP'C ⁑ VINCIT ⁑ XP'C ⁑ RЄGИAT ⁑ XP'C ⁑ IИPЄRAT. Cross with four lobes and clovers, in a quatrefoil decorated with four clovers. . 4,47 g. Nice color. Very attractive. Almost MS. Est...1600,00.
NGC - MS 65
France. Louis Philippe (1830-1848). 5 francs. 1837. Lille. W. (Km-749.13). (Gad-678). . A beautiful gem specimen, this wonderful example displays strong details and impressive luster, with touches of handsome toning throughout the surfaces. Slabbed by NGC as MS 65. Only 1 finer specimen in the NGC census. Est...1500,00.
Great Britain. George III (1760-1820). Bank of England oval counterstamp with the face of George III for circulation of 1/2 dollar, made in 1797 on a 4 reales minted in 1792 for Madrid during the reign of Charles IV. (S-3767). Ag. 13,87 g. Nice old cabinet tone. Rare. This counterstamp brought a latent discontent among the English people, given that one real of a 8 stamped was equivalent to a crown minus three pennies, namely 4 shillings and 9 pennies (1 crown = 5 shillings; 1 shilling = 12 pennies). It generated some humorous phrases such as "The Bank (of England) in order to make its money pass, stamped the head of a fool on the neck of an ass". Almost XF/Choice VF. Est...900,00.
Superb - PF 64
Great Britain. Victoria. 1 crown. 1887. London. (S-3921). (Km-765). . 28,14 g. Spectacular old cabinet tone with bluish, mauve, and ochre hues that enhance its visual appeal. Magnificent and superb specimen with full original luster. Very rare in this condition. Slabbed by NGC as PF 64. Est...3000,00.
Panama “P” countermark
Panama. Countermark "P" attributed to Panama, sharply struck on the obverse of a 1 real coin struck in Seville during the reign of Ferdinand and Isabella. Ag. 3.17 g. With three dots flanking the shield and curious legends: the obverse FERNANDVS : ELISABT and the reverse REI · EDREGIN(A) : CASTELE : LEGION. Slightly wavy striking. Very rare. Choice VF. Est...1800,00.
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