Not exactly true, it's worth at least 1 cent and many that people collect counterstamps might pay a $1 or 2 for it.
Thanks guys! On another forum an astute member said this is actually a 40 reis host. That would make more sense with the 20 counterstamp. The 80...
Interesting! I can't find much more on the web about the 1830 80 Reis and nothing with the 20 counterstamp. There's some with a 40 counterstamp...
Nailed!
NICE! Supreme example!
Looks like it is a ca 1830 Brazil 80 Reis with a 20 counterstamp. http://www.acoinshop.net/html/brazil__coins_.html [ATTACH]
That was creative! LOL
I don't have clue what this is or what it may be worth. Thanks!
Ditto....ultrasonic cleaners are far too harsh on most coins IMO. NEVER use detergents/soaps on coins.
That IHC is an ideal coin for conservation with VERDI-CARE™. It will remove 100% of that light verdigris without damaging the coin. The ReAcT2™ is...
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