VENEZUELA. Centavo, 1843. London Mint. PCGS MS-63 Brown Gold Shield.
KM-Y-3.1. Tied for second finest certified of the date with the Brown designation on the PCGS population report, only one finer (MS 64). This highly attractive and nicely preserved survivor is vastly superior to most examples encountered in the marketplace exhibiting a bold strike with crisp well-defined devices. Displaying lovely rich mottled brown patina with hints of original mint red throughout that is complemented by an iridescent sheen and offers much originality. A choice example of the type with a good look that is certain to pique the interest of many collectors seeking tough to locate high grade issues.
Estimate: $2000 - $3000