MONTSERRAT. Montserrat - Spain. Contemporary Counterfeit 2 Reales (12 Dogs or 2 Bitts), ND (ca. 1785-1801). VERY FINE.
5.71 gms. cf.KM-11/12 (for basic type); cf.Prid-3(different stamp); Lyall Collection-5127(same stamp); Gibbs Collection-1652(same stamp). Countermark in crude imitation of a Montserrat couped cross within shaped indent applied to the obverse of a 1778-S SF Spain bust 2 Reales (Pistareen) of Charles III. Characteristic die crack in arm of cross containing the "crescent". Countermark well applied, though slightly uneven. Light attractive golden-grey tone throughout with areas of slate. A wholesome and attractive survivor for superior to the Lyall example sold in September of 2018 which hammered down for an impressive £480 (approximately $632) plus the buyer fee. A neat piece sure to excite even the most advanced collector of West Indies. SOLD AS IS/NO RETURNS.
Includes an NGC insert "Questionable Authenticity"
Estimate: $300.00- $500.00