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PHILIPPINES. Philippines - Mexico. 8 Reales, ND (1834-37). Manila Mint. Isabel II. PCGS EF-45, C/M - AU Details.
KM-Not listed; Basso-56; PNM#6-152; PNM#16-332; PNM#21-VIII-141; Cacho-IX-CS-092; Gil-5-4-1-II. Type VI countermark; crowned Y.II. within circular indent. Issued by decree of 20 December 1834, suppressed 31 March 1837 (By Decree of 1 February 1836). Countermark applied to the obverse of a 1834-Zs OM Mexico Republic 8 Reales. A more abundant date from this mint, we have 12 documented examples with three different crown varieties. The countermark is boldly applied to a nicely preserved and attractive host, though some of the outer pearls are slightly obscured. This wholly original looking survivor exhibits even wear displaying rich old cabinet patina with a slight iridescent sheen adding to its pleasing appearance and eye appeal.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500
KM-Not listed; Basso-56; PNM#6-152; PNM#16-332; PNM#21-VIII-141; Cacho-IX-CS-092; Gil-5-4-1-II. Type VI countermark; crowned Y.II. within circular indent. Issued by decree of 20 December 1834, suppressed 31 March 1837 (By Decree of 1 February 1836). Countermark applied to the obverse of a 1834-Zs OM Mexico Republic 8 Reales. A more abundant date from this mint, we have 12 documented examples with three different crown varieties. The countermark is boldly applied to a nicely preserved and attractive host, though some of the outer pearls are slightly obscured. This wholly original looking survivor exhibits even wear displaying rich old cabinet patina with a slight iridescent sheen adding to its pleasing appearance and eye appeal.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500