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January 2018 NYINC Auction 11-13 Jan 2018
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COLOMBIA. 1774-JS 1/2 Real. Popayán mint. Carlos III (1759-1788). Restrepo 34.2. EF-45 (PCGS).
The first portrait 1/2 Real struck in Popayán is also the only issue of this denomination coined there in the name of Carlos III. The light silvery surfaces show some minor hairlines but are even and pleasing. Detail is excellent on both sides, at least the equal to the Ray Johnson-Murias coin. A shallow dull mark right of the date is noted. This issue is highly elusive in any sort of choice grade, and this coin is the finest yet certified by PCGS.
From the Eldorado Collection of Colombian and Ecuadorian Coins.
Estimate: $400.00- $800.00
The first portrait 1/2 Real struck in Popayán is also the only issue of this denomination coined there in the name of Carlos III. The light silvery surfaces show some minor hairlines but are even and pleasing. Detail is excellent on both sides, at least the equal to the Ray Johnson-Murias coin. A shallow dull mark right of the date is noted. This issue is highly elusive in any sort of choice grade, and this coin is the finest yet certified by PCGS.
From the Eldorado Collection of Colombian and Ecuadorian Coins.
Estimate: $400.00- $800.00