Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction 22-26 Aug 2022
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COLOMBIA. Silver 50 Centavos Pattern, 1892. Birmingham (Heaton) Mint. PCGS SPECIMEN-65.
KM-187.2; Restrepo-P56; Sweeny-CO4. Small size variety. Struck to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Columbus' discovery of America. One of only four confirmed examples in Proof format and as such should be considered VERY RARE. This beautifully preserved specimen exhibits a needle sharp strike with well-defined intricate design features, frosted devices and hard reflective surfaces. Lovely rich mottled smokey gray patina with hints of iridescence that pop out when rotated in the light offering much originality and is pleasing to the eye, though slightly subduing some of the brilliance. Seldom appearing on the market, usually years or decades between sightings, this handsome example offers good eye appeal with an excellent provenance that is sure to excite many collectors. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
KM-187.2; Restrepo-P56; Sweeny-CO4. Small size variety. Struck to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Columbus' discovery of America. One of only four confirmed examples in Proof format and as such should be considered VERY RARE. This beautifully preserved specimen exhibits a needle sharp strike with well-defined intricate design features, frosted devices and hard reflective surfaces. Lovely rich mottled smokey gray patina with hints of iridescence that pop out when rotated in the light offering much originality and is pleasing to the eye, though slightly subduing some of the brilliance. Seldom appearing on the market, usually years or decades between sightings, this handsome example offers good eye appeal with an excellent provenance that is sure to excite many collectors. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
Ex: Norweb Collection.
Estimate: $2000 - $3000