Lot 796
Portugal. Gold 6,400 Reis (Peca), 1830. Fr-138; KM-397. Miguel I. Large laureate bust with collar right. Reverse: Crowned crest supported by palms. Scarce two-year type. Lustrous and pleasing. NGC graded MS-62.
Miguel was the younger brother of the previous king, Pedro I. He was a conservative who totally opposed his brother's liberal constitution and policies, and a civil war ensued. He lost the war, and left Portugal. He was essentially a failure who produced very few coins. All his gold coins are quite scarce.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
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| Realized $4,600 |
