PERU. Cob 4 Reales, 1719-L. Lima Mint; Assayer Felix Cristobal Cano Melgarejo (M). Philip V. PCGS VF-35.
KM-33; Cal-1033. Weight: 13.13 gms. An impressively complete and attractive 4 Reales cob from Lima. The well-struck obverse displays two mintmarks, an assayer's initial, the denomination, and the date with full legibility in the center. A segment of the outer legend is visible, partially showing the full date. The reverse offers yet another complete three-digit date. Beneath it, a remaining section of the outer legend displays the final letters of the monarch's name along with his complete ordinal. This coin, rich with eye appeal and generously detailed, is sure to attract bidding from quality-conscious collectors. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click
here.From the Pat Johnson Collection.
Privately purchased from Mike Dunnigan.
Estimate: $200 - $300