PHILIPPINES. Philippines - Peru. 8 Reales, ND (1832-34). Manila Mint. Ferdinand VII. PCGS AU-50; C/M - AU Details.
KM-KM-83; Basso-55; PNM#6-72; PNM#16-163; PNM#21-126; Cacho-VII-CS-029; Gil-5-4-1-C. Type V Countermark, crowned F.7.0 within circular indent. Issued by decree of 2 October 1832, commencing 5 October 1832 until 20 December 1834. Countermark applied to the obverse of a 1833-LIMA MM Peru Republic 8 Reales. One of the more commonly encountered dates, we have more than 50 examples recorded for the 5-4-1-C crown variety. The countermark is boldly applied to a nicely preserved host with luster in the protected areas displaying lovely rich gray patina that is pleasing to the eye.
Estimate: $700 - $1000