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Trial - Philippines
Elizabeth II (1833-1868). 4 quartos. ND. Manila. (Cal-Unlisted). (Km-Unlisted). . 3,20 g. Uniface Trial Strike, made in the Philippines (5-pointed star) probably during the reign of Elizabeth II.
Extremely puzzling and seemingly undocumented for a minor issue that appears never to have been produced if we look at a similar, but 2-quarter issue, which was auctioned by Heritage in January 2019, lot 37475. Choice VF. Est...700,00.
NGC - MS 61
Elizabeth II (1833-1868). 4 pesos. 1862. Manila. Philippines. (Cal-854). . A great example from this first year of issue, the present specimen glistens with immense luster. Meanwhile, the surfaces, despite some minor striking weakness, wholesomely stand wholly without issue. As such, a great opportunity for the enthusiast of the series. Slabbed by NGC as MS 61. Est...2000,00.
PCGS - MS 62
Centenary of the Peseta (1868-1931). Amadeo I (1871-1873). 5 pesetas. 1871*18-71. Madrid. SDN. (Cal-1). . Short-base right column. Nice old cabinet pátina with attractive mauve and bluish tones. Traces of luster. Slabbed by PCGS as MS 62. Ex Stacks&Bowers Galleries, The November 2013 Baltimore Auctions, lot 21395. Provenance: From a New England Museum. Est...750,00.
EMM/DEM - AU 58 Top Pop!!
Centenary of the Peseta (1868-1931). Alfonso XII (1874-1885). 10 pesetas. 1878*18-78. Madrid. EMM/DEM. (Cal-65, unlisted this rectification of assayers). . Rare assayers rectified. Original luster. Slabbed by NGC as AU 58 (Top Pop), the finest known in the NGC census. Est...700,00.
4 pesos 1882 Filipinas!!
Centenary of the Peseta (1868-1931). Alfonso XII (1874-1885). 4 pesos. 1882. Manila. (Cal-127). . 6,76 g. Magnificent specimen, only a minor planchet flaw and a tiny knock on the obverse. Beautiful color and original luster. Rare, especially in this state of preservation. Mint state. Est...6000,00.
«D.O» (Departamento Occidental)
Argentina. Argentina (occupation in Paraguay after the War of the Triple Alliance), copper 20 centavos, «D.O» (Departamento Occidental) and arms counterstamp (1874-78) on a Paraguay 4 centesimos of 1870. (Janson-5.1). Full peripheral detail on host, bold countermark in center consisting of script "D.O" above denomination "20" on one side and incuse Argentine arms within wreath on other side. Ae. 18,96g. Slightly cleaned.
This very rare issue stems from the conflict with Paraguay starting in 1865, in which that country suffered total defeat against a "Triple Alliance" of Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay, resulting in occupation of Paraguay until 1878. The portion occupied by Argentina was in the sparsely inhabited western ("occidental") area of Paraguay known as the Chaco, which Argentina held from 1874 until the U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes negotiated its return in 1878 (memorialized by the fact that both a Department [Departamento President Hayes] and capital city [Villa Hayes] are now so named). Choice VF. Est...6000,00.
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.
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