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Categories  •  Stack's March 2006 World Coins World Gold Coins North and South America Argentina
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Lot # Description GradeView our Explanation of Comparative Grading Hammer Price
874 Provinces of Rio de la Plata EF $45,000.00
Provinces of Rio de la Plata. 8 Escudos, 1813 PTS. J. Potosí. Radiant sun in legend PROVINCIAS...
8 Escudos, 1813 PTS. J. Potosí. Radiant sun in legend PROVINCIAS DE RIO DE LA PLATA. Rv. Oval Arms in flourish of banners over cannon and drum, EN UNION Y LIBERTAD, date, Potosí mintmark and Assayer's initial. Fr.1, Calico, Onza The Main Book 1677, KM 9. This is the historic first coinage design for the area soon to be known as Argentina.... (Est. $35000-$45000)  more
875 Confederation EF $32,500.00
Confederation. 8 Escudos, 1842 R. La Rioja. Uniformed bust l. of General Juan Manuel de Rosas with...
8 Escudos, 1842 R. La Rioja. Uniformed bust l. of General Juan Manuel de Rosas with the honorific title Restorer of the Laws. Rosas was the first Argentine military dictator who ruled with an iron fist from 1829 to 1852. Rv. Arms, titles REPUB. ARGENT. CONFEDERADA, Confederated Argentine Republic. Coarse diagonal reeding occupies the edge of this rare one-year type.... (Est. $25000-$35000)  more
Categories  •  Stack's March 2006 World Coins World Gold Coins North and South America Bolivia
Lot # Description GradeView our Explanation of Comparative Grading Hammer Price
876 Carlos IV, 1788-1808 EF $900.00
Carlos IV, 1788-1808. 8 Escudos, 1798 PTS. PP. Potosí. Armored bust r. Rv. Crowned Arms in...
8 Escudos, 1798 PTS. PP. Potosí. Armored bust r. Rv. Crowned Arms in Collar of the Golden Fleece. Fr.14, Calicó Onza 1097. Extremely Fine. (Est. $1250-$1500)
877 Republic F to AB VF $550.00

8 Escudos, 1832 JL. Potosí. Uniformed Bolivar bust r. Rv. Cerro de Potosí, sun and llama at left, sheaf of wheat at right, stars below. Fr.21, KM 99. Weakness at centers as is typical. Fine to About Very Fine. (Est. $600-$700)
878 Republic CH AU $2,750.00
Republic. 8 Escudos, 1846 R. Potosí. Laureate Bolivar head r. Rv. Cerro de Potosí, sun...
8 Escudos, 1846 R. Potosí. Laureate Bolivar head r. Rv. Cerro de Potosí, sun and llama at left, sheaf of wheat at right, stars below. Fr.26, KM 1082. A few obverse hairline scratches. Otherwise Choice About Uncirculated with lustre. (Est. $900-$1200)
879 Republic AU $6,000.00
Republic. 4 Escudos 1834 Pts LM. Potosí. Uniformed bust r in high collar, BOLIVAR in field...
4 Escudos 1834 Pts LM. Potosí. Uniformed bust r in high collar, BOLIVAR in field below, legend LIBERTAD POR LA CONSTITUCION, Liberty through the Constitution. Rv. Details from the Arms of the Republic, stylized Hill of Potosí with llama and wheat sheaf, six stars below. Fr.22, KM 102. Here is a richly lustrous example of an unusually elusive... (Est. $2500-$3500)  more
880 Republic AU $600.00

1 Escudo Monetary Medal, 1854 FP. Potosí. 18.9mm, 3.35 grams. Belzu Defender of Independence. Bust in wreath, PRESIDENTE CONSTITUTIONAL Manuel Isidoro Belzu ¾ l. Rv. Standing mother with children. LA PATRIA AL YLUSTRE DEFENSOR DE SU INDEPENDENCIA. Fonrobert 9590, Burnett 65.1. Belzu was a phosphorescently corrupt dictator, described by... (Est. $350-$450)  more
881 Republic EF $160.00

½ Escudo Monetary Medal, 1854 FP. 14.7mm, 1.69 grams. Belzu Defender of Independence. Types as above, another piece of ''propaganda money,'' among numerous types then in circulation in this troubled Republic. Holed and repaired at 12:00, as many survivors of these colorful issues. Extremely Fine in terms of wear. NCS AU Details. (Est. $175-$225)
882 Republic BU $9,000.00
Republic. 10 Bolivianos Monetary Medal, 1867. 28mm, 15.1 grams. Presidential Entry into Potosí....
10 Bolivianos Monetary Medal, 1867. 28mm, 15.1 grams. Presidential Entry into Potosí. Bearded head of Mariano Melgarejo l., legend ENTRADA DE S.E. EL PRESIDENTE. GRAL. MELGAREJO. Rv. Hill of Potosí with presidential coach and marching military escort, visit of Dec. 20, 1867. Burnett 107. Burnett, Paul Bosco and Smithsonian Curator Richard... (Est. $7500-$10000)  more
Categories  •  Stack's March 2006 World Coins World Gold Coins North and South America Brazil
Lot # Description GradeView our Explanation of Comparative Grading Hammer Price
883 Pernambuco. GWC. 1645-1646 EF $28,000.00
Pernambuco. GWC. 1645-1646. 12 Gulden 1646. Period after denomination XII. Rv. Diamond after BRASIL....
12 Gulden 1646. Period after denomination XII. Rv. Diamond after BRASIL. Fr.1, KM 7.2. Inscriptions are aligned parallel to the corners of the planchet, giving a diamond shape to this well struck piece. Extremely Fine. (Est. $17500-$20000)
884 Pernambuco. GWC. EF $13,000.00
Pernambuco. GWC. 6 Gulden, 1646. No dot, no diamond. Fr.2, KM 6.2. Inscription is parallel to the...
6 Gulden, 1646. No dot, no diamond. Fr.2, KM 6.2. Inscription is parallel to the sides of the square planchet. An unusually neat strike, sharp and precise for great visual appeal. Extremely Fine. (Est. $15000-$17500)
885 Pernambuco. GWC. EF $8,500.00
Pernambuco. GWC. 3 Gulden, 1645. V-like diamond after BRASIL, well struck with somewhat stippled fields,...
3 Gulden, 1645. V-like diamond after BRASIL, well struck with somewhat stippled fields, radiating bright gold. The inscriptions are aligned as on the preceding. Fr.3, KM 5.1. Extremely Fine. (Est. $12500-$15000)
886 Dom Joao V, 1706-1750. 20,000 Reis (Dobrao), 1726 M. GEM BU $18,000.00
Dom Joao V, 1706-1750. 20,000 Reis (Dobrao), 1726 M. Minas. Arms of Portugal under flamboyant royal...
Minas. Arms of Portugal under flamboyant royal crown, denomination and line of rosettes flank the shield. Rv. Cross of the Order of Christ, 'M's' in the angles. Fr.33, Vaz J5.02, KM 117. Here is a thoroughly pleasing example of Brazil's largest and most sumptuous colonial gold coin, boasting virtually flawless fields and meticulously detailed reliefs.... (Est. $12500-$17500)  more
887 Joao, Prince Regent, 1799-1818 CH AU $325.00

4,000 Reis, 1812. Rio de Janeiro. Arms with small crown above. Rv. Jerusalem cross within quadrilobe within braided circle. Fr.97, KM 235.1. Choice About Uncirculated. (Est. $350-$400)
888 Dom Joao VI, King, 1816-1822 EF $40,000.00
Dom Joao VI, King, 1816-1822. Vila Rica Gold Ingot, 1809. 77.4 x 19 x 3.1mm, irregular extended rectangle,...
Vila Rica Gold Ingot, 1809. 77.4 x 19 x 3.1mm, irregular extended rectangle, 57.3 grams. The crowned Arms of Portugal appear at left, 960 below. The upper surface bears two lines of stamps and symbols, N 3413, 1809, intertwined monogram CVR (Assayer Veridiano da Costa Rangel). The second line bears abbreviations for 23 Karats, 1 Onça,... (Est. $30000-$35000)  more
889 Dom Pedro I, 1822-1831 CH VF $60,000.00
Dom Pedro I, 1822-1831. 6,400 Reis, 1822 R. Rio de Janeiro. Coronation Commemorative. Laureate bust...
6,400 Reis, 1822 R. Rio de Janeiro. Coronation Commemorative. Laureate bust l. with Latin title PETRUS. I. D. G. BRASILIAE. IMPERATOR. Rv. Royal crown over large shield bearing a circle of stars around an Armillary Sphere and the cross of the Order of Christ with the abbreviated Latin motto IN HOC SIG VIN (In this Sign shall You Conquer) in the angles. Flanking the... (Est. $50000-$60000)  more
890 Dom Pedro I. CH AU $1,000.00

4,000 Reis, 1823 Rio de Janeiro. Bust l. in naval uniform, full titles include Constitutional Emperor and Perpetual Defender of Brazil. Rv. Imperial crown over shield, IN HOC SIGNO VINCES as legend. Fr.110, KM 369.1. This became the definitive design, offering a dignified portrait and correct Arms of the new Empire. Choice About Uncirculated, on the... (Est. $600-$700)  more
Categories  •  Stack's March 2006 World Coins World Gold Coins North and South America British Virgin Islands-Mexico
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891 BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS AB EF to AU $650.00

100 Dollars, 1975. Rv. Royal tern. KM 7. Brilliant Proof; COLOMBIA. 5 Pesos, 1919. KM 195.1. About Uncirculated; HAITI. 20 Gourdes, 1968. KM 66. Brilliant Proof; MEXICO. Estados Unidos. 20 Pesos, 1919; 5 Pesos, 1920; 2 Pesos, 1920, 1945. About Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated. 7 pieces. (Est. $500-$600)
Categories  •  Stack's March 2006 World Coins World Gold Coins North and South America Canada
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892 George V, 1910-1936 BU $375.00

British-type Sovereigns, 1911, 1918, 1919 C. Ottawa. Uncirculated, Brilliant Uncirculated and About Uncirculated with rim nicks. 3 pieces. (Est. $350-$400)
893 George V. UNC $800.00
George V. 10 Dollars, 1912. Crowned bust l. Rv. Arms over two boughs of maple. Fr.3, KM 27. A few...
10 Dollars, 1912. Crowned bust l. Rv. Arms over two boughs of maple. Fr.3, KM 27. A few very minor disturbances in the field. Uncirculated.
894 NEWFOUNDLAND. Victoria, 1837-1901 CH AU $550.00

2 Dollars, 1872. Head l. with braided hair. Rv. Value expressed as TWO HUNDRED CENTS, ONE HUNDRED PENCE. Fr.1, KM 5. Abundant red-gold lustre increases this coin's bold appeal. Choice About Uncirculated and approaching Mint State. NGC AU55. (Est. $500-$600)
Categories  •  Stack's March 2006 World Coins World Gold Coins North and South America Central American Republic
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895 CENTRAL AMERICAN REPUBLIC (COSTA RICA) BU $35,000.00
CENTRAL AMERICAN REPUBLIC (COSTA RICA). 8 Escudos, 1828 CR F. Costa Rica. Radiant sun over five volcanoes,...
8 Escudos, 1828 CR F. Costa Rica. Radiant sun over five volcanoes, REPUBLICA DEL CENTRO DE AMERICA. Rv. Ceiba tree, LIBRE CRESCA FECUNDO. Fr.1, KM 17, Calicó Onza 1746. Here is a spectacular example of the largest Gold denomination of the star-crossed Central American Republic, offering the jewel-precise detail in the leaves of the Tree of Liberty,... (Est. $20000-$25000)  more
896 CENTRAL AMERICAN REPUBLIC (COSTA RICA) VF $5,000.00
CENTRAL AMERICAN REPUBLIC (COSTA RICA). 1 Escudo, 1828 CR F. Costa Rica. Radiant sun over five volcanoes,...
1 Escudo, 1828 CR F. Costa Rica. Radiant sun over five volcanoes, REPUBLICA DEL CENTRO DE AMERICA. Rv. Ceiba tree, LIBRE CRESCA FECUNDO. Fr.2, KM 14. Only the Guatemala and Costa Rica Mints struck Gold for the Central American Republic. The Costa Rica Mint struck the 1 Escudo denomination with eight different dates, of which 1828 was the first and rarest.... (Est. $4000-$5000)  more
Categories  •  Stack's March 2006 World Coins World Gold Coins North and South America Chile
Lot # Description GradeView our Explanation of Comparative Grading Hammer Price
897 Carlos IIII, 1788-1808 AU $1,000.00
Carlos IIII, 1788-1808. 8 Escudos, 1795 So. DA. Armored bust of Carlos III, titles CAROLUS IIII. Rv....
8 Escudos, 1795 So. DA. Armored bust of Carlos III, titles CAROLUS IIII. Rv. Crowned Arms in Collar of the Golden Fleece. Fr.23, KM 54. Substantial lustre, lightest wear. About Uncirculated. (Est. $1500-$1750)
898 Republic CH EF $910.00
Republic. 8 Escudos, 1834 IJ. Santiago. Within a wreath: Two spewing volcanoes and peaks beneath radiant...
8 Escudos, 1834 IJ. Santiago. Within a wreath: Two spewing volcanoes and peaks beneath radiant sun. Rv. Within wreath: Crossed flags over column, star above. Fr.33, KM 84. Typical minor weakness at centers. Choice Extremely Fine. (Est. $600-$700)
899 Republic AU $1,050.00
Republic. 8 Escudo, 1836 IJ. Santiago. Plumed Arms supported by crowned guanaco and crowned condor....
8 Escudo, 1836 IJ. Santiago. Plumed Arms supported by crowned guanaco and crowned condor. Rv. Hand resting l. on Constitution, radiant sun above. Fr.37, KM 93. Minor reverse planchet flaws as struck. About Uncirculated. A most attractive example of this type. (Est. $800-$900)
900 Republic CH AU $850.00

8 Escudos, 1846 IJ. Santiago. Plumed Arms supported by a crowned guanaco and crowned condor. Rv. Libertad standing r. resting one hand on the Constitution and the other on fasces. Fr.41, KM 105. Choice About Uncirculated. (Est. $600-$700)
901 Republic EF $550.00

10 Pesos, 1866. Libertad standing, head r., hand on Constitution, the other on fasces next to corncopiae. KM 131. Obverse scratches. Extremely Fine; 100 Pesos, 1952. Libertad bust l. KM 175. Small incomplete bore hole on the reverse shield. Uncirculated; COSTA RICA. 2 Escudos, 1854 JB. Arms. Rv. Indian woman l. leaning on inscribed plinth. KM 99. Typical weak... (Est. $500-$600)  more
Categories  •  Stack's March 2006 World Coins World Gold Coins North and South America Colombia
Lot # Description GradeView our Explanation of Comparative Grading Hammer Price
902 Carlos IV, 1788-1808 BU $2,200.00
Carlos IV, 1788-1808. 8 Escudos, 1797 P. JF. Popayán. Armored bust r. Rv. Crowned Arms in Collar...
8 Escudos, 1797 P. JF. Popayán. Armored bust r. Rv. Crowned Arms in Collar of the Golden Fleece. Fr.52, Calicó Onza 1060. Wonderfully bold strike and rich detail define this coin. Brilliant Uncirculated. (Est. $1800-$2200)
903 Carlos IV GD EF $1,000.00

8 Escudos, 1801 NR JJ. Bogotá. Armored, draped bust r. Rv. Crowned Arms in Order chain. Fr.51, KM 62.1. Magnification reveals tiny dig on eye. Good Extremely Fine. (Est. $700-$800)
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