Cartagena, Colombia, silver 4R-sized proclamation medal, Charles IV, 1789, NGC AU 53. Restrepo-p. 121; Herrera-126; Medina-138. 33mm. Obverse with bust of Charles III [sic] within legend CAROL*IV*D*G* HISP*ET IND*R* (heavier, less detailed bust than for Bogota); reverse with crowned cross supported by lions within legend PROCLAMATUS * CARTAG * IND * with date *1789* below monogram (Camargo?) in exergue. Slightly grainy surfaces with deep gunmetal toning all over. Pedigreed to the Santander Collection (stated on label). NGC #4743181-004. The Santander Collection of Colombian Proclamation Medals
Estimate: $500-750