João V gold 8 Escudos (Dobra or 12800 Reis) 1724 AU53 NGC, Lisbon mint, KM222.1, Fr-84, Gomes-134.01. The pinnacle of the Portuguese gold series. A type and date that rarely surfaces at auction, particularly without a significant reserve due to the unlikelihood of tracking down a replacement. This is a handsome example with some wear alongside an already weak strike in the central areas that is commensurate with the grade. The details border on Mint State as we shift our gaze towards the peripherals, where an ever-so-delicate russet tone illuminates the best features of the coin. An opportunity not to be missed for the enthusiast of rare gold. HID09801242017 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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