Mexico City, Mexico, 1 real, Charles-Joanna, "Late Series," assayer G to left, mintmark M to right (G-M), top of shield curved, NGC MS 61. Nesmith-44f; Cal-66; S-M5; KM-unl (9 for type). 3.31 grams. Second finest in NGC census behind a single MS 62, a beautifully struck specimen on a broad flan, full details, some small carbon bits on pillars side, and as with the prior lot, an interesting variety with a curved shield (not necessarily rare but only found in this denomination). NGC #6448110-009. Pedigreed to the Clyde Hubbard Collection of Mexican Charles-Joanna Coinage (stated on label). Accompanied by original tag or holder from Clyde Hubbard.
($275-400)