Lot 978
Brazil. 20,000 Reis, 1851. Fr-119; KM-461. Pedro II. Bust in Coronation Robe. Reverse: Imperial arms. "Papo de Tucano" type. NGC graded MS-62.
The Paraguyan War of 1864, although not initiated by Brazil, was Pedro's biggest public relations disaster. The war, also known as the War of the Triple Alliance, was started by the Paraguayan dictator, Francisco Loano Lopez. His aggresive attacks resulted in the bloodiest war in South American history, with over 400,000 killed. Brazil lost over 100,000 men, and many blamed the Emperor for these losses. Indirectly, the war resulted in the abolition of the Empire and the establishment of the Brazilian Republic in 1889.
Estimated Value $600 - 700.
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