Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
January 2022 NYINC Auction 14-16 Jan 2022
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PERU. Cob 8 Reales, 1659-L* MV. Lima Mint. Philip IV. NGC EF Details--Salt Water Damage.
KM-18.1; Cal-1247. Weight: 24.33 gms. Two-year type, variety with 8 over V flanking pillars. The second finest certified on either the NGC or PCGS population reports. This handsome example exhibits a decent strike with a bold full four digit date, mint mark, denomination, cross and castles and lions with minimal doubling. Close inspection reveals slightly granular surfaces indicative of prolonged saltwater immersion. Despite its shortcomings a presentable example of the type with a pleasing appearance that is sure to be a welcome addition to the next collection it enters. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
KM-18.1; Cal-1247. Weight: 24.33 gms. Two-year type, variety with 8 over V flanking pillars. The second finest certified on either the NGC or PCGS population reports. This handsome example exhibits a decent strike with a bold full four digit date, mint mark, denomination, cross and castles and lions with minimal doubling. Close inspection reveals slightly granular surfaces indicative of prolonged saltwater immersion. Despite its shortcomings a presentable example of the type with a pleasing appearance that is sure to be a welcome addition to the next collection it enters. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
Purchased Privately from Michael Numismatic International.
Estimate: $3000 - $4000