Mexico City, Mexico, cob 8 reales, 1609A, rare, ex-Sao Jose (1622). S-M16; KM-44.3; CT-90. 24.95 grams. Choice bold date, nearly full shield and cross enhanced by dark toning in crevices, some legend but flat just inside, VF details, minimal surface corrosion. From the Sao Jose (1622), and pedigreed to our Auction #14, with original lot-tag #395. ($700-1000)