Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
Collector's Choice February 2022 Auction 22-24 Feb 2022
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BOLIVIA. Silver Installation of Steam Machinery at the Mint Medal, 1869. Potosi Mint. PCGS MS-65.
Estimate: $100 - $200
Fonrobert-9721. Weight: 8.77 gms. Obverse: Bust of President Melgarejo left; Reverse: Inscription: Melgarejo Por La Inauguration De La Moneda A Vapor Potosi Diere. 28 De 1869. This piece of numismatic history celebrates the installation of steam driven machinery at the Potosi Mint and has been treasured by its previous owners with no evidence of handling. The attractively intricate surfaces display a nice steely gray color to them, and are sure to please.
Estimate: $100 - $200