BRAZIL. Brazil - Bolivia. Minas Gerais. 960 Reis, ND (1808-10). Serro Frio Mint. Joao as Prince Regent. PCGS VF-35 Gold Shield; Countermark: UNC Details.
KM-242; LDMB-P450. Issued by decree of 1 September 1808 until 4 April 1810. Denominated arms of the Portugal bifacial countermark applied to an 1805-PTS PJ Bolivia bust 8 Reales of Charles IIII (IV) (KM-73). A moderately handled and pleasantly toned host coin along with a rather brilliant and well executed countermark. Excellent quality for the overall type, with great eye appeal.
Estimate: $500.00- $700.00