Potosi, Bolivia, cob 1/2 real, Philip II, assayer B to left (5th period), mintmark P to right, borders of x's, ex-Karon. S-P14; KM-2.3. 1.61 grams. Choice XF with rich old toning and hint of luster, broad flan with full crown and king's name in addition to the full monogram and cross, desirable pedigree. Pedigreed to the Paul Karon collection (Ponterio, March 1990, lot #1008).
Estimate: $100 - 150