CUBA. Cuba - Mexico. 25 Centavos, ND (1872-77). PCGS VF-30.
KM-R4.1. Countermark: Variety B, Long and thin key. Applied to the obverse of an 1872-Mo M Mexico Republic "Balance Scale" 25 Centavos (KM-406.7). The single finest certified of the denomination on the PCGS population report. The countermark is bold and full on a nicely preserved host displaying rich gray patina with areas of lighter coloration. Pleasing to the eye, this charming minor offers much originality and is much nicer than normally encountered.
Estimate: $700 - $1000