Jamaica: British Colony. George II gold Counterstamped 8 Escudos (Doubloon) ND (c. 1773) XF45 NGC,...

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Ex. Brand Counterstamped Jamaican Doubloon

British Colony. George II gold Counterstamped 8 Escudos (Doubloon) ND (c. 1773) XF45 NGC, KM12.2 (this coin), Prid-3, Gordon-3a (this coin). Center plug countermarked with crocodile (or alligator, as noted on slab) above GC initials on Peru gold Cob 8 Escudos 174X. 26.87gm. 415.1 troy grains. One of the most sought-after types in the Jamaican counterstamped series, referred to across references as a Private Token, Doubloon, or 8 Escudos. Related to the Act of December 31, 1772 (though sometimes referenced as the Act of 1773), which redeemed all lightweight gold coins in circulation and stipulated a weight of 416 troy grains for doubloons. Presumably, this Cob was plugged up to full weight by George Clinton (GC), an active goldsmith during the 1770s and 1780s. Such examples are exceedingly rare, with only three recorded pieces known to our firm, this bearing the impressive and desirable Ex. Brand pedigree. The host coin here was double struck and somewhat blundered the devices, but the countermarks are clear. The smooth reverse of the plug displays faint graffiti that contributes to the intrigue at hand. Perhaps the most impressive Jamaican counterstamped piece in this sale.

Ex. Heritage Auction 3012 (January 2011, Lot 24955); Noonans Auction B7 (September 2010, Lot 17); Virgil Brand Collection, Part IX (Sotheby's Auction, June 1985, Lot 366); Spink Auction (February 1921)

Metal: Gold
Diameter: 28mm
Weight: 26.88g

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