GREAT BRITAIN. Great Britain - Mexico. Contemporary Counterfeit Dollar, ND (ca. 1804). George III. ALMOST UNCIRCULATED.

cf. S-3766; cf. KM-656. Imitating Bank of England type II octagonal countermark applied to the obverse of a 1800-Mo FM Mexico bust 8 Reales of Charles IIII (IV). The countermark is boldly applied to the obverse of a beautifully preserved host exhibiting light signs of handling displaying lovely rich gray cabinet patina with an iridescent sheen that pops out when tilted in the light and hints of luster in the protected areas. As with the official oval hallmark issued several years prior to the octagonal issuance, a plethora of counterfeits are known. A few of these contemporary counterfeits are quite similar to the official issue, but to the trained eye can be spotted rather quickly. However, some are the exact opposite and in fact are crude, goofy looking and easy to spot. This series is indeed much more complex than many numismatists give it credit for with a fair number of extremely rare host coins and denominations. A neat and interesting issue perfect for collectors of British or cut & countermarked coinage looking to expand their knowledge and appreciation of this series.