ECUADOR. 2 Reales, 1862-QUITO GJ. Paris Mint. NGC MS-64.
KM-40. Though citing Quito, this VERY RARE emergency issue was in fact struck in Paris. One of just four or five known, this example offers delightful steely gray surfaces with some hints of peripheral toning, along with a great deal of lustrous brilliance remaining. Undoubtedly a tantalizing and provocative specimen that should generate tremendous enthusiasm and excitement.
Ex: Heritage 3037 (1/2015) Lot # 31076 @ $17,000 hammer.
Ex: Baldwin's 91 (9/2014) Lot # 3105.
Ex: Ponterio 86 (4/1997) Lot # 2783.
Estimate: $10000 - $20000