PORTUGAL. Portugal - Peru. 870 Reis, ND (1834). Maria II. PCGS EF-40.
KM-Unlisted; Gomes-Unlisted. Issued by decree of 1 September 1834. Countermark: Crowned arms of Portugal within shaped indent. Applied to the obverse of a 1769-LIMA JM Peru "Pillar" 8 Reales of Charles III (KM-A64.2). Featuring a fairly RARE host type for the countermark, this enchanting specimen presents a pleasing gunmetal gray tone along with light, even handling, and offers a well preserved countermark.
Estimate: $800 - $1200