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PERU. 8 Escudos, 1755-LM JM. Lima Mint. Ferdinand VI. NGC MS-61. KM-59; Fr-20; Cal-type-7#22. Only 2 examples graded finer at NGC. Retaining substantial originality in the fields and possessing designs that are full save for a small area in the centers. A RARE date at this desirable Mint State level.
1755 was the year of the famous Lisbon Earthquake, which devastated the city and caused approximately 50,000 casualties.