109. Brazil (struck in Lisbon), 4000 reis, José I, 1777, inverted reverse, encapsulated NGC MS 62, tied for second finest known in NGC census. Russo-337; KM-171.4. Last date for José I, therefore a desirable year and very difficult to find in this high-quality condition, with choice luster and red toning all over. Pedigreed to the New England Collection. Estimate: $1,750-$2,500.
110. Brazil (struck in Lisbon), 2000 reis, José
I, 1752, encapsulated NGC AU 58, second finest known in NGC census. Russo-302; KM-182.1.
Original mint luster and spots of toning, more like Mint State but with tops of details not fully struckthrough. Pedigreed to the New England Collection. Estimate: $1,750-$2,500.
111. Brazil (struck in Lisbon), 1000 reis, José I, 1752, inverted reverse, encapsulated NGC MS 61. Russo-300a; KM-162.1.
Nice strike, muted luster but clearly no wear. Pedigreed to the New England Collection. Estimate: $1,500-$2,250.
112. Brazil (struck in Lisbon), 1000 reis, José I, 1752,
normal reverse (medal alignment), encapsulated NGC AU 62. Russo-300; KM-162.1. Nice strike, muted luster but clearly no wear.
Pedigreed to the New England Collection. Estimate: $1,000-$1,500.
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