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Collector's Choice November 2022 Auction 14-17 Nov 2022
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PERU. Silver Proclamation Medal, 1760-LM. Lima Mint. Charles III. PCGS AU-53.
Fonrobert-8920; Medina-79; Herrera-71; Betts-469. Commemorating the proclaiming of Charles as the king. Obverse: Laureate and armored bust right; Reverse: Crowned coat-of-arms of Lima: double eagle with K I (for Karolus [Charles/Carlos] and Ioanna [Johanna/Juana]) and crowns on breast; crowned Pillars of Hercules to left and right. A handsome representative of this stately medal. The surfaces are deeply toned to a matte gray with hints of iridescent color. The elegant bust is well-struck and satisfyingly detailed. Fully wholesome and free from any problems, this lightly handled example is a tantalizing offering. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
Fonrobert-8920; Medina-79; Herrera-71; Betts-469. Commemorating the proclaiming of Charles as the king. Obverse: Laureate and armored bust right; Reverse: Crowned coat-of-arms of Lima: double eagle with K I (for Karolus [Charles/Carlos] and Ioanna [Johanna/Juana]) and crowns on breast; crowned Pillars of Hercules to left and right. A handsome representative of this stately medal. The surfaces are deeply toned to a matte gray with hints of iridescent color. The elegant bust is well-struck and satisfyingly detailed. Fully wholesome and free from any problems, this lightly handled example is a tantalizing offering. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
Estimate: $600 - $900