Potosi, Bolivia, cob 8 reales, (1652)E transitional Type V (rare variety), ex-Mastalir collection. S-P37; KM-A20.5; CT-unl. 17.67 grams. Bold shield and parts of pillars despite heavy corrosion and edge-loss, nice toning. This is one of several unique die varieties within the subtype, according to Mastalir. Pedigreed to the Roberto Mastalir collection, #V.1-A.ad(2)1 in his book (page 131). Recovered from: Capitana, sunk in 1654 off Chanduy, Ecuador ($100-150)