Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
January 2022 NYINC Auction 14-16 Jan 2022
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ECUADOR. Silver 4 Reales Pattern, 1862. Quito Mint. NGC PROOF-55.
KM-Pn7; Seppa/Anderson-ECP361; cf. Carr-61. Commonly referred to as the "Barre" head type. Struck in 0.900 fine silver with vertical reeded edge. This pattern issue struck in higher purity silver than the circulation strikes exhibits blocked off letters with crisp design features. Handsome and attractive, this lovely specimen displays rich mottled gray patina with hints of iridescent hues that pop out when tilted in the light. Seldom encountered and highly desirable, these specially prepared pattern issues were obviously struck in limited quantities and should be considered EXTREMELY RARE in any condition. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
KM-Pn7; Seppa/Anderson-ECP361; cf. Carr-61. Commonly referred to as the "Barre" head type. Struck in 0.900 fine silver with vertical reeded edge. This pattern issue struck in higher purity silver than the circulation strikes exhibits blocked off letters with crisp design features. Handsome and attractive, this lovely specimen displays rich mottled gray patina with hints of iridescent hues that pop out when tilted in the light. Seldom encountered and highly desirable, these specially prepared pattern issues were obviously struck in limited quantities and should be considered EXTREMELY RARE in any condition. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
Ex: Ponterio & Associates, Inc (San Diego 11/1988) Lot # 1209
Estimate: $3000 - $5000