The Lyall Collection of Cut and Countermarked Coins

Dominica, Authority or evidence not traced, Black Dogg (valued at Threehalfpence), an Isle de Bourbon 3 Sous, 17[–]1a, pierced with a small diamond-shaped hole, 1.43g/22.1gr (Prid. 33 [Sale, lot 303]; KM. –). Nearly fine, very rare
£60-80

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Lyall Collection of Cut and Countermarked Coins.

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Provenance: Bt. W. Allen.

Although no evidence has been located to authorise action on Dominica with respect to black doggs, at least two specimens have been found on the island, which provides support that this was an action taken to keep these coins there