Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction 22-26 Aug 2022
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PERU. South Peru. 8 Escudos, 1838-CUZCO MS. Cuzco Mint. PCGS MS-63.
Fr-92; KM-171. CONFEDERACION in legend type. An extremely attractive issue, one that provides the observer with a sense of awe and wonder at the impressive nature of design. This dazzling Choice specimen is fully struck, with a splendid transfer of detail from the intricately engraved die to the lustrous and shimmering flan. Dancing luster twirls and spins light in a frenetic display of brilliance. Only lightly marked, with no distracting hits and nothing inconsistent for the grade assigned. As one of the most iconic pieces of Latin American coinage, this piece also sits near the pinnacle of condition with only two pieces surpassing this one on the PCGS population report. Destined for the most advanced collectors of Peruvian coins, this piece is certain to garner many premium bids from those looking to acquire such a phenomenal specimen. To view all items from the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection, click here.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $15000 - $20000
Fr-92; KM-171. CONFEDERACION in legend type. An extremely attractive issue, one that provides the observer with a sense of awe and wonder at the impressive nature of design. This dazzling Choice specimen is fully struck, with a splendid transfer of detail from the intricately engraved die to the lustrous and shimmering flan. Dancing luster twirls and spins light in a frenetic display of brilliance. Only lightly marked, with no distracting hits and nothing inconsistent for the grade assigned. As one of the most iconic pieces of Latin American coinage, this piece also sits near the pinnacle of condition with only two pieces surpassing this one on the PCGS population report. Destined for the most advanced collectors of Peruvian coins, this piece is certain to garner many premium bids from those looking to acquire such a phenomenal specimen. To view all items from the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection, click here.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $15000 - $20000