Mexico
Republic gold "Hand on Book" 8 Escudos 1865 C-CE MS64 NGC, Culican mint, KM383.2, Fr-66. Obv. Hand on book with cap above. Rev. Eagle, with snake, on cactus. Bright, frosty mint luster, with a touch of softness on the cap. The color is brilliant golden, with a few minor hairlines. Only one example has been certified finer by NGC or PCGS.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 5500-6500 USD