Portugal
Joao as Prince Regent gold 6400 Reis (Peça) 1805-(L) MS63 NGC, Lisbon mint, KM336. Glistening with full-bodied bloom, this early date in the series features the portrait of Joao as Prince Regent, with intricately-detailed devices that, while some areas express softness, as a whole are noticeably crisp. Other than a few, minor adjustment marks, this is an absolutely pleasing example of the type, choice in all regards, and currently the finest-known certified example of this year.
Estimate: 1400-1750 USD