Lima, Peru, cob 8 reales, 1659V, "Star of Lima" type, series IA (large star, mintmark LIMA, single assayer to left). S-L5; KM-18.1; CT-262. 27.21 grams. Choice full cross, off-center pillars (somewhat doubled, AU details) with full and bold date and denomination, dark oxidation on that side (salvaged VF), solid and uncorroded.
($1250-2000)