COLOMBIA. Escudo, 1757-NR S. Nuevo Reino Mint. Ferdinand VI. NGC Unc Details--Obverse Damage.
Fr-21; KM-29.1; Cal Type-67#230. Restrepo-Unlisted. EXTREMELY RARE, this 1757 dated Escudo with the 'S' assayer went unlisted when Jorge Restrepo published his compendium on the coinage of Colombia. It was missing from landmark offerings such as Norweb and The Eldorado Collection as well, with the only previous public appearance we're aware of being this coin, which surfaced in a 2015 Cayon sale. Retaining full details, however a bit granular in appearance, suggesting it sustained long-term salt water exposure; this appearance is likely a clue that gives insight to the issue's great rarity. For the specialist, a pivotal opportunity, as the chance to acquire this issue may not come again in one's lifetime.
Estimate: $3000 - $5000