AZORES:LOT of 5 countermarked coins believed to be fantasy issues: By decree of 1871: countermarked crown: 120 reis on Brazil 200 reis 1865 (KM-20.2 on KM-464, Fine), and 1200 reis on "1780" Maria Theresa thaler (KM-21.1, countermarked twice, AU); and By decree of 1887: crown above initials G.P.: 120 reis on Portugal 6 vintens of Joseph I (unlisted, on KM-239, Fine); 120 reis on Mauritius 50 sous (unlisted, on KM-2 host, VF); and 1200 reis on "1780" Maria Theresa thaler (unlisted, countermarked crown twice and crown over G.P. once, AU); retail value $300, lot of 5 pieces.
Estimate: 150-250 USD