Arequipa, Peru, 8 reales, 1840MV, ex-Almanzar. KM-142.7. 26.52 grams. Unevenly struck Fine with deep toning, the arms side with light scratches and straight void on rim (looks original), rare and desirable two-year type of the new Republic (post-Santa Cruz). Accompanied by an original Almanzar's tag (ca. 1980).
($600-900)