Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
Collector's Choice November 2022 Auction 14-17 Nov 2022
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BOLIVIA. 1/2 Melgarejo, 1867. Potosi Mint. PCGS MS-63.
Fonrobert-Unlisted; Burnett-109. Obverse: bearded bust of Melgarejo left; Reverse: Cerro de Potosi inside circle. This lovely medallic issue presents a fine portrait and an intricately detailed landscape scene, both of which can be fully admired thanks to the piece's gentle handling. The finer of just two certified by PCGS, the present example shows bright luster and pleasing gray toning. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
Estimate: $150 - $300
Fonrobert-Unlisted; Burnett-109. Obverse: bearded bust of Melgarejo left; Reverse: Cerro de Potosi inside circle. This lovely medallic issue presents a fine portrait and an intricately detailed landscape scene, both of which can be fully admired thanks to the piece's gentle handling. The finer of just two certified by PCGS, the present example shows bright luster and pleasing gray toning. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
Estimate: $150 - $300