Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction 22-26 Aug 2022
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ARGENTINA. 8 Escudos, 1830-RA P. La Rioja Mint. PCGS Genuine--Repaired, AU Details.
Fr-2; KM-21; Onza-1563 ("Rarisima"). An EXTREMELY RARE date that is surpassed only by that of 1829 (of which only three are known), this example emanates from a year where perhaps only ten or so examples are known, many of which are unsuitable for grading. Accordingly, this lightly handled representative does exhibit some damage in the form of scratches to the upper left of the coat-of-arms and within the legend, but the level of brilliance and sharpness of strike cannot be overlooked. Further, some olive-orange hints around the devices allow for even more contrast, making this "sunface" type sparkle. To view all items from the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection, click here.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $8000 - $12000
Fr-2; KM-21; Onza-1563 ("Rarisima"). An EXTREMELY RARE date that is surpassed only by that of 1829 (of which only three are known), this example emanates from a year where perhaps only ten or so examples are known, many of which are unsuitable for grading. Accordingly, this lightly handled representative does exhibit some damage in the form of scratches to the upper left of the coat-of-arms and within the legend, but the level of brilliance and sharpness of strike cannot be overlooked. Further, some olive-orange hints around the devices allow for even more contrast, making this "sunface" type sparkle. To view all items from the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection, click here.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $8000 - $12000