Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
January 2021 Auction 15-16 Jan 2021
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MEXICO. 4 Escudos, 1747-Mo MF. Mexico City Mint. Ferdinand VI. NGC AU-53.
Fr-14; KM-136; Cal-Type 112 # 703; Cayon-10786; Grove-1124. Second finest certified on the NGC population report with a total of only three certified. A VERY RARE and heavily sought after one-year "Caveman" bust type. Imaginary bust design struck before the Madrid Mint delivered definitive standard portrait punches of the new monarch. Armored bust right, legend around; Reverse: Crowned arms of Spain flanked by Assayer's initials and *4*; legend around. An attractive wholesome example of the type with signs of handling consistent for the grade displaying nice even wear with plenty of luster in the protected areas and complemented by light golden tone in the peripheries. This heavily sought after and ever popular type boast a nice even strike and a pleasing appearance sure to catch the attention of many advance collectors and specialist of Colonial issues.
From the Las Colinas Collection.
Estimate: $20000.00- $30000.00
Fr-14; KM-136; Cal-Type 112 # 703; Cayon-10786; Grove-1124. Second finest certified on the NGC population report with a total of only three certified. A VERY RARE and heavily sought after one-year "Caveman" bust type. Imaginary bust design struck before the Madrid Mint delivered definitive standard portrait punches of the new monarch. Armored bust right, legend around; Reverse: Crowned arms of Spain flanked by Assayer's initials and *4*; legend around. An attractive wholesome example of the type with signs of handling consistent for the grade displaying nice even wear with plenty of luster in the protected areas and complemented by light golden tone in the peripheries. This heavily sought after and ever popular type boast a nice even strike and a pleasing appearance sure to catch the attention of many advance collectors and specialist of Colonial issues.
From the Las Colinas Collection.
Estimate: $20000.00- $30000.00