Hertage World & Ancient Coins A Special Catalog of Brazilian Coins Featuring the Vila Rica & Pernambucana Collections

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WORLD & ANCIENT COINS
MAY 6-7, 2021 | DALLAS
A Special Catalog of
BBRRAAZZIILLIIAANN CCOOIINNSS
Featuring the Vila Rica & Pernambucana Collections
Front Cover Lots: 30067, 30095, 30168, 30171, 30176, 30195, 30228, 30257, 30260, 30373
Inside Front Cover Lots: 30118, 30154, 30163, 30193, 30209, 30247, 30259, 30261, 30284, 30381
Inside Back Cover Lots: 30121, 30128, 30137, 30164, 30206, 30226, 30249, 30263, 30275, 30309
Back Cover Lots: 30085, 30116, 30165, 30170, 30210, 30233, 30255, 30269, 30438, 30441
Signature® Auction #3091
A SPECIAL CATALOG
OF BRAZILIAN COINS
Featuring: The Vila Rica Collection | The Pernambucana Collection
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A Special Catalog of Brazilian Coins featuring the Vila Rica and Pernambucana Collections Ancients • Lots 32001 - 32249
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Dear Bidder,
The spring season has arrived, and with it comes a renewed sense of hope, optimism, and opportunity.
Our Central States auction is a perennial favorite, and this particular sale is filled with an array of rarities.
We open with a special session of Brazilian coins, which includes two notable collections. From there,
we will hold a Platinum Night session—the first of its kind to be offered in conjunction with this sale—with
numerous high-end, sought-after rarities. Finally, the sale will conclude with our Signature Internet session
which encompasses a wide selection of ancient and world coins.
The Brazilian session, featuring the Vila Rica and Pernambucana Collections, is filled with conditional
rarities that cover a wide spectrum of coinage, from the early colonial period to the 20th-century Republic,
many of which are important types that rarely come to market. Among the earliest issues in this session is
a fully uncirculated 1645 Pernambuco Klippe 12 Guilders--the largest denomination of this popular colonial
series, as well as the first example of the denomination that we have offered for the date. A key date of
Pedro II’s 960 Reis series, the 1834/3, boasts a small mintage of just 154 pieces, with no other certified
survivors as fine as the MS61-graded representative offered herein. An 1816 Bahia-minted 640 Reis serves
as another important highlight, representing only the third example of this extremely scarce issue to come
to market in decades.
Among the ancient coins in this sale are numerous highlights--from a Syracuse decadrachm, to an entire
set of the 12 Caesars in gold, with a selection of gold coins that include Macedonian staters, Byzantine
solidi, and even more aurei. The Signature Internet section hosts a magnificent selection of Kushan
Kingdom gold and plenty of “star” designation specimens, along with a herd of Julius Caesar elephants
and a parliament of Athenian owls.
As we move into more modern times, the selection of rare and beautiful coinage is vast. For the first
time in our history, we are pleased to offer an example of the exceptionally rare “Ormonde” Pistole (c.
1646)--a stellar relic of the Wars of the Three Kingdoms, a key to the series, and one of perhaps only
two specimens in private hands. Within the British section are two “Una and the Lion” 5 Pounds: one
certified PR63 Deep Cameo by PCGS, the other PR62+, as well as an exceptionally preserved 2 Guineas
of George I, graded MS65 by NGC, which currently ranks as the only certified multiple-Guinea of the
King’s reign to meet the lofty Gem grade designation. Another top selection in the sale, a Friesland gold 28
Stuivers of 1688, appears to be the first example of its type seen at auction in decades.
From the eras that it spans to the rarities that it contains, this catalog is a testament to a thriving market.
As you browse and enjoy this curated sale, know that we are here to assist you however we can, and we
wish all of our bidders the best of luck.
Sincerely,
Cristiano Bierrenbach Warren Tucker
Executive Vice President Vice President, World Coins

The Vila Rica Collection
SESSION ONE

30005 Alfonso VI Counterstamped 125 Reis ND (1663) VF Details
(Saltwater Damage) NGC, KM30, LMB-64, Gomes-10.04.
Type IV crowned “125” countermark (UNC Strong), struck on
an earlier Portugal Tostao from the Porto mint. An evasive issue
and the rarest of the type IV counterstamps, seen only a handful
30001 João IV Counterstamped 480 Reis ND (1643) Fine Details of times crossing the auction block in the last two decades, last
(Damaged) NGC, KM4, LMB-008. 28.10gm. Type I crowned seen at Heritage in April of 2010 when one was offered in the
“480” countermark (XF Standard), struck on an earlier Spanish Paulistana Collection. Battleship-gray appearances and a gener-
colonial Cob 8 Reales. The host coin bears only faint identifiable ally pleasing aesthetic define this example, saltwater damaged
details as this coin must have been heavily circulated prior to the surfaces notwithstanding.
application of the countermark.

30002 Alfonso VI Counterstamped 50 Reis ND (1663) VF25 NGC,

KM22, LMB-34, Gomes-39.05. Type IV crowned “50” counter-
mark (XF Standard), struck on a Portuguese João IV 40 Reis from
30006 Alfonso VI Counterstamped 150 Reis ND (1663) VF25 NGC,
the Evora mint. Evenly circulated with a fully struck and well-
cf. KM17 (host coin unlisted), LMB-66, Gomes-11.09. Type III
placed counterstamp, displaying dark iridescence to an otherwise
crowned “150” countermark (AU Strong), struck on a Portuguese
pearl-gray surface.
Sebastian Tostao. Fully defined and struck stamp of 150 Reis,
likely creating a notable crack to the flan, the only real detractor
to this pleasant pewter-gray example.

30003 Alfonso VI Counterstamped 75 Reis ND (1663) VF30 NGC,
KM26, LMB-48. Type IV crowned “75” countermarked (VF
Standard). A double-countermarked issue, representing two
separate revalidations 25 years apart. Struck upon a 1/2 Tostao of
Spain, first with a 1643 revalidation “60” counterstamp, followed
by a 1663 revalidation crowned “75.” A rare combination on the 30007 Alfonso VI Counterstamped 250 Reis ND (1663) XF40 NGC,
slightly off-center survivor, exhibiting flan cracks and a chip that KM33.1, LMB-78, Gomes-43.12. Type IV crowned “250” coun-
is typical of this early hammered issue. termark (XF Standard), struck on an undated Portuguese 200
Reis from the Evora mint. Scant flashes of brilliance populate the
low-lying fields of this popular countermarked issue.

30004 Alfonso VI Counterstamped 100 Reis ND (1663) VF25 NGC,
KM42, LMB-51, Gomes-41.05. Type IV crowned “100” countermark
(VF Standard), struck on a Portuguese João IV 80 Reis from the
Evora mint. A well-circulated example of this type, both the counter-
stamp and host coin having seen significant use in commerce.
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30008 Alfonso VI Counterstamped 300 Reis ND (1668) Fine Details
(Edge Filing) NGC, KM18.1, LMB-86, Gomes-03.02. Type III
crowned “300” countermark (XF Standard), struck on Spanish
colonial 4 Reales. A revalidated issue with earlier type I crowned
“240” countermark, dating to just 25 years prior, the crown par- 30011 Alfonso VI Counterstamped 600 Reis ND (1663) Fine Details
tially obscured by the most recent counterstamp. (Environmental Damage) NGC, KM19.1, LMB-12, Gomes-
4.01. 21.71gm. Type III crowned “600” countermark, struck on
a Spanish Philip IV Cob 8 Reales 1662-A from the Madrid mint.
A specimen that has witnessed significant use and circulation,
having been revalidated as a 600 Reis late in its life. Allover poros-
ity has enveloped this piece throughout its 400-year existence,
thus the noted environmental damage designation on the holder.

30009 Alfonso VI Counterstamped 500 Reis ND (1663) AU53 NGC,
LMB-83, Gomes-45.03. Type IV crowned “500” countermark

(AU Strong), struck on a Portuguese João IV 400 Reis (Cruzado)
from the Porto mint. Pleasantly steel-toned over serene surfaces
30012 Pedro II Counterstamped 250 Reis ND (1688) VF30 NGC,
that reveal sharp central detail.
KM33.1, LMB-100, Gomes-103.02. Type IV crowned “250”
countermark (XF Standard), struck on a Portuguese João IV 200
Reis from the Evora mint. A sublime mid-grade counterstamped
specimen yielding a surprising amount of pearl-gray detail.

30010 Alfonso VI Counterstamped 500 Reis ND (1663) XF45 NGC,
KM438.1, LMB-28, Gomes-44.02. Type IV crowned “S00” coun-
terstamp (AU Standard), struck on a Portuguese João IV 400 Reis
from the Lisbon mint. Quite nice for the issue, with mild wear to
the central devices of this fascinating piece. 30013 Pedro II Counterstamped 500 Reis ND (1688) XF40 NGC,
KM438.3, LMB-104, Gomes-117.02. Type IV crowned “500”
countermark (AU Standard), struck on a Portuguese João IV 400
Reis from the Porto mint. A captivating larger issue in a com-
mendable state of preservation, the counterstamp fully struck
onto a typical mid-grade representative.
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The Vila Rica Collection

30018 Pedro II 20 Reis ND (1695-1698)-(B) XF Details (Plugged)
NGC, Bahia mint, KM74, LMB-113, Bentes-94.02. A sought-
after early minor from the Bahia mint and seldom seen at auction.
A truly rare opportunity, especially so with representatives of the
two other mints from this emission in this same sale.

30014 Pedro II Counterstamped 500 Reis ND (1688) XF40 NGC,
LMB-98, Gomes-44.03 (1663). Type IV crowned “S00” counter-
mark (AU Standard), struck on a Portuguese João IV 400 Reis
(Cruzado) from the Porto mint. Deeply toned, with lightly granu-
lar surfaces and an overall attractive appearance. 30019 Pedro II 20 Reis ND (1700-1702)-(P) XF40 NGC, Pernambuco
mint, KM85.2, LMB-138, Bentes-96.05. A highly elusive denomi-
nation, noted in Livro Das Moedas Do Brasil to have been produced
between 1700 and 1702. This is only the second example of this
rare issue that we have sold, the last occurring in our January
2011 #3012 Signature Auction (Lot 23149) and selling for a total of
$4,600, including Buyer’s Premium.

30020 Pedro II 40 Reis ND (1695-1698)-(B) AU53 NGC, Bahia mint,
30015 Pedro II Counterstamped 500 Reis ND (1688) VF25 NGC, KM76, LMB-114. A pleasingly toned representative of this scarce
KM438.1, LMB-104, Gomes-112.02. Type IV crowned “S00” denomination. Touched with iridescent highlights throughout,
countermark (AU Strong), struck on a Portuguese João IV 400 and the finest example certified by NGC to date.
Reis from the Evora mint (cf. KM52). Well-protected legends
exhibit little actual wisps of handling in juxtaposition to the
well-worn central devices, imbued with an off-center but deeply
applied “S00” mark.

30021 Pedro II 40 Reis ND (1695-1698)-(B) XF45 NGC, Bahia mint,
KM76, LMB-114. One of only a small handful of examples of this
fleeting issue certified to date. Moderately circulated, with soft,
30016 Pedro II 20 Reis ND (1695-1698)-(B) AU53 NGC, Bahia mint, silty tone gracing the surfaces.
KM74, LMB-113, Bentes-94.02. Exhibits heavily patinated sur-
faces typical of these minors, enveloping the entirety of this
specimen which has seen almost no actual use in circulation. An
extremely rare type and infrequently seen by Brazilian collectors.
The last instance we handled any of these 20 Reis pieces was
from the Paulistana Collection in 2010/11, where Heritage offered
two examples; the current sale includes five, with representatives
from each mint. For the advanced collector interested in starting
and completing a set of this highly elusive emission, this becomes 30022 Pedro II 40 Reis ND (1699)-(R) AU55 NGC, Rio de Janeiro
an opportunity not to be missed. mint, KM86.1, LMB-130. Sharply defined throughout the
designs, owing to a firm strike, with an attractive graphite tone
decorating the surfaces. The only example of this issue certified
by NGC to date. Though attributed to 1695-1698 on NGC’s insert,
both the Standard Catalog of World Coins and Livro Das Moedas
Do Brasil attribute this issue to 1699.

30017 Pedro II 20 Reis ND (1695-1698)-(R) AU Details
(Environmental Damage) NGC, Rio de Janeiro mint, KM74,
LMB-129, Bentes-95.01. With only the smallest degree of han-
dling evident throughout the lightly porous surfaces typical of
the issue, this formidable survivor rarely finds its way to auction,
with most 20 reis of the same era originating from the Bahia mint.

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30023 Pedro II 40 Reis ND (1700-1702)-(P) XF40 NGC, Pernambuco
mint, KM86.2, LMB-139. A modestly circulated representative,
struck at the Pernambuco mint. The offering exhibits balanced
steel tone over its surfaces, with only subtle traces of lightening 30028 Pedro II 160 Reis 1695-(B) XF Details (Mount Removed)
at the higher points. Though attributed to 1695-1698 on NGC’s NGC, Bahia mint, KM79.1, LMB-109. Large crown variety.
holder insert, both the Standard Catalog of World Coins and Honest, gentle wear pervades the soft ashen surfaces; evidence of
Livro Das Moedas Do Brasil attribute the issue to 1700-1702. the noted mount removal at 12 o’clock.

30024 Pedro II 80 Reis 1695-(B) AU55 NGC, Bahia mint, KM77,
LMB-115, Bentes-85.01. A notoriously difficult issue in an
uncommon condition, with so many of these early Brazilian emis- 30029 Pedro II 160 Reis 1700-(R) XF Details (Environmental
sions falling to longtime use in circulation. Scant flashes of peach Damage) NGC, Rio de Janeiro mint, KM88.1, LMB-134. The
and golden tones highlight the overall steel-gray appearances. noted environmental damage has made it difficult to ascertain
whether this is the 1700/1699 overdate variety. There is evidence
of a “6” within the “7” but due to the damage, the details do not
match precisely as seen on the overdate variety.

30025 Pedro II 80 Reis 1697-(B) AU Details (Obverse Damage) NGC,
Bahia mint, KM78, LMB-117, Bentes-86.04. A survivor to say the
least, displaying an even charcoal patina and essentially unim-

pacted by exchange. The current example is the first and only of
this date to be seen by NGC or PCGS, in a condition unexpected
30030 Pedro II 160 Reis 1700/699-P VF Details (Reverse Scratched)
from such an early colonial minor; the Standard Catalog of World
NGC, Pernambuco mint, KM88.2, LMB-142, Bentes-83.01. A
Coins only lists this series up to XF40.
notable overdate typical of the issue is found on this splendid
and key offering. The noted scratches circumnavigate the central
devices of the reverse, keeping to the peripheral fields, leaving the
raised motifs largely uninhibited.

30026 Pedro II 80 Reis 1700-P XF45 NGC, Pernambuco mint,
KM87.2, LMB-140. An early Pernambuco minted issue and quite
a popular one at that, bathed is a pleasing lavender-gray patina.

30031 Pedro II 320 Reis 1695-(B) VF20 NGC, Bahia mint, KM81.2,
LMB-111b. Large Crown, “PETRS” variety. The scarcer variety
of the issue, with the spelling PETRS rather than PETRVS.
Circulated on the heavier side, though with all major devices

retaining their outlining definition.
30027 Pedro II 80 Reis 1701-P VF30 NGC, Pernambuco mint,
KM87.2, LMB-141a. Globe without outline variety. Significantly
more uncommon than the regular issue, the variety denoted by the
lack of an engraved outline to the sphere on the reverse, allow-
ing for the central motif to be abstracted. An inviting, mid-grade
example of this lavender-tinged, collectible specimen, seemingly
absent from even the Paulistana Collection.
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