ARGENTINA. La Rioja. 8 Escudos, 1838-R. La Rioja Mint. NGC AU-58.
Fr-8; KM-9; Onza-1572 ("rara"); CJ-48.1. Two-year type without bayonet. This charming provincial issue's central motif depicts a stylized rendering of the local Famatina Mountains with implements of war below, which together comprise the local coat-of-arms. The reverse has the familiar arms of Argentina with a radiant sunface at its top. A truly RARE occasion when offered in this near-Mint grade.
Estimate: $15000 - $20000