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Collector's Choice November 2022 Auction 14-17 Nov 2022
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PERU. Silver Proclamation Medal (4 Reales), 1790. Lima Mint. Charles IV. PCGS Genuine--Cleaned, EF Details.
Fonrobert-9244; Medina-177; Herrera-153. Diameter: 36mm. Commemorating the yield from the mine at Huancavelica. Obverse: Garlanded, draped, and armored bust right; Reverse: Coat-of-arms of Huancavelica: pyramid consisting of rocky hilltop, surmounted by orb; all within semi floral border. This pleasing medal exhibits surfaces that have been thoroughly cleaned, but which retain abundant original detail and an attractive light gray tone. A charming example of this VERY RARE type. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
Fonrobert-9244; Medina-177; Herrera-153. Diameter: 36mm. Commemorating the yield from the mine at Huancavelica. Obverse: Garlanded, draped, and armored bust right; Reverse: Coat-of-arms of Huancavelica: pyramid consisting of rocky hilltop, surmounted by orb; all within semi floral border. This pleasing medal exhibits surfaces that have been thoroughly cleaned, but which retain abundant original detail and an attractive light gray tone. A charming example of this VERY RARE type. To view all items from the Pat Johnson Collection, click here.
From the Pat Johnson Collection.
Estimate: $500 - $750