MOZAMBIQUE. Mozambique - Mexico. 8 Reales, ND (1765). Governor Baltazar Manoel Pereira do Lago. PCGS VF-35 Gold Shield; Countermark: EF Details.
KM-28; cf.Gomes-Jo.28.05; Vaz-not listed; Azevedo-pg. 29, date not listed. Issued by decree of 20 August 1765. Incuse "MR" monogram applied to the reverse of a 1756-MoMM Mexico Pillar 8 Reales of Ferdinand VI. Countermark boldly applied with all aspects clear and well defined. Attractive old cabinet tone highlighted by blue iridescence in the peripherals and amongst the devices. A nice wholesome example of the type with a good look.
From the Kyle Ponterio Collection. Ex: El Mundo de la Moneda Auction March 4, 2010 Lot # 608 (with lot tag).
Estimate: $400.00- $600.00