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PHILIPPINES. Philippines - Mexico. 8 Reales, ND (1834-37). Manila Mint. Isabel II. PCGS VF-35, C/M - VF Details.
KM-Not listed; Basso-56; PNM#6-154; PNM#16-338; PNM#21-VIII-147; Cacho-IX-CS-093; Gil-5-4-3-III. 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 1835-Zs OM Mexico Republic 8 Reales. A less encountered date from this available mint, we have only five documented examples with two different crown varieties. The countermark is boldly applied to a nicely preserved and attractive host with even wear. 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: $600 - $800
KM-Not listed; Basso-56; PNM#6-154; PNM#16-338; PNM#21-VIII-147; Cacho-IX-CS-093; Gil-5-4-3-III. 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 1835-Zs OM Mexico Republic 8 Reales. A less encountered date from this available mint, we have only five documented examples with two different crown varieties. The countermark is boldly applied to a nicely preserved and attractive host with even wear. 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: $600 - $800