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September 2021 Hong Kong Auction 2-7 Oct 2021
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PHILIPPINES. Philippines - Bolivia. 8 Reales, ND (1834-37). Manila Mint. Isabel II. PCGS Genuine--Tooled, VF Details, C/M - XF Details.
KM-100; Basso-56; PNM#6-192; PNM#16-183; PNM#21-VIII-15; Cacho-IX-CS-097; 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 1832-PTS JL Bolivia Republic 8 Soles. One of the more abundant dates from this mint, we have five documented examples with this crown variety. The countermark is boldly applied to a moderately worn host coin displaying rich gray patina. Close inspection reverse evidence of an unsuccessful attempt at debris removal and several thin scratches long since toned over. Despite its shortcomings a handsome example of the type perfect for the collector on a budget.
Estimate: $100 - $150
KM-100; Basso-56; PNM#6-192; PNM#16-183; PNM#21-VIII-15; Cacho-IX-CS-097; 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 1832-PTS JL Bolivia Republic 8 Soles. One of the more abundant dates from this mint, we have five documented examples with this crown variety. The countermark is boldly applied to a moderately worn host coin displaying rich gray patina. Close inspection reverse evidence of an unsuccessful attempt at debris removal and several thin scratches long since toned over. Despite its shortcomings a handsome example of the type perfect for the collector on a budget.
Estimate: $100 - $150