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GUATEMALA. Central American Republic. 4 Reales, ND (1839). PCGS Genuine--Damage, VG Details; Countermark: VF Details.
KM-85.6. Weight: 13.10 gms. Type II countermark on a Potosi Cob 4 Reales. This host coin is heavily circulated and struck on a compact flan, typical for this crude later issue of Bolivian cobs. It does, however, retain a full three-digit date, so the coin can be attributed to 1771. The Guatemalan countermark is visible on the reverse, struck deeply and fully so most of its design remains quite attractive. A small gouge off toward the rim, likely an attempted holing, accounts for the details designation. An interesting and appealing countermarked piece. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
Estimate: $150 - $300
KM-85.6. Weight: 13.10 gms. Type II countermark on a Potosi Cob 4 Reales. This host coin is heavily circulated and struck on a compact flan, typical for this crude later issue of Bolivian cobs. It does, however, retain a full three-digit date, so the coin can be attributed to 1771. The Guatemalan countermark is visible on the reverse, struck deeply and fully so most of its design remains quite attractive. A small gouge off toward the rim, likely an attempted holing, accounts for the details designation. An interesting and appealing countermarked piece. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
Estimate: $150 - $300