BOLIVIA. Cob 8 Reales, 1728-P. Potosi Mint; Assayer Jose Matienzo (M). Philip V. PCGS EF-45.
KM-31; Cal-1497; Paoletti-370. Weight: 25.83 gms. An impressive 8 Reales cob from the beginning of the second reign of Philip V. Despite the off-center strike, the obverse presents the mintmark, denomination, assayer, and date in their entirety, as well as portions of the second mintmark and assayer's initial. The reverse features another mintmark, date, and partial assayer initial around the bold central cross. A sharp and attractive large cob with considerable eye appeal; sure to generate significant interest from bidders. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click
here.From the Pat Johnson Collection.
Ex: Paul Karon Collection (Ponterio 3/90) Lot # 217.
Estimate: $300 - $500