Watch List notes:

Leon, Nicaragua, provisional "imitation cob" 1 real, 1823-(PMPY), very rare, encapsulated NGC AU 55, ex-Richard Stuart (designated on label). KM-8.1 (under Honduras); Jara pp. 31-32. 3.47 grams. Choice full pillars and cross (the latter only slightly off-center), boldly struck with handsome surface quality, attractive toning and strong underlying luster. Among the very finest examples of this very rare type, not to be confused with the similar issues struck in Tegucigalpa, and worthy of a premium bid from the specialist. NGC #4486419-004. Pedigreed to the Richard Stuart collection.
($2000-3000)