PHILIPPINES. Philippines - Mexico. 8 Reales, ND (ca. 1834-37). Manila Mint. Isabel II. NGC VF-30; C/S: XF Standard.
KM-Not listed; Basso-56; PNM#6-129; PNM#16-283; PNM#21-VIII-100; Cacho-IX-CS-079; Gil-5-4-1-II; DP-Mo08. Type VI Countermark, crowned Y.II. within circle. Countermark applied to the obverse of a 1829-Mo JM Mexico Republic 8 Reales; Die style of 1824-47, normal date variety. The dates prior to 1830 are a bit more elusive than 1830 and beyond, we have just two examples documented of this date, each with different crown varieties. The countermark is bold, though the top of the crown is somewhat obscured. The pertinent details are clear with a few die cracks offering interesting diagnostics for the punch. The surfaces show signs of handling consistent for the grade and are somewhat glossy with minor earthen deposits amongst the devices adding to its originality.
From the Angelita and Benito Legarda Collection.
Estimate: $600 - $800