Watch List notes:

Potosi, Bolivia, cob 8 reales, (16)52E transitional Type IV, from the Capitana (1654). S-P37; KM-A20.4; CT-432. 26.47 grams. Solid and uncorroded but with flat peripheries (with small edge-splits) and pre-salvage scratches, the pillars-and-waves and shield particularly bold due to contrasting toning, Fine overall. This die variety is notable for having T/V in TRA of motto. Pedigreed to the Roberto Mastalir collection, #IV.1-A.aa(1)2 in his book (page 84), from the Capitana (1654), with Herman Moro certificate. ($1250-2000)