Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction 22-26 Aug 2022
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The Cross of Christ is the insignia of the Order of Our Lord Jesus Christ, founded by Dinis I of Portugal ca. 1317-19, and is the symbol of all Portuguese discoveries overseas. In the closing years of the 19th century, Timor--under the authority of Macau--saw a large influx of false coins. In an attempt to mitigate this problem, the above decree was issued and all incoming coins were to be brought to the local government for inspection. If found to be correct, they were marked with the Cross of Christ and placed back into circulation.
Estimate: $1500 - $2000