PHILIPPINES. Philippines - Mexico. 8 Reales, ND (1834-37). Manila Mint. Isabel II. PCGS EF-40, Countermark: EF Details.
KM-129; Basso-56; PNM#6-144; PNM#16-319; PNM#21-VIII-130; Cacho-IX-CS-060; Gil-5-4-2. Issued by decree of 20 December 1834 and suppressed 31 March 1837 (by decree of 1 February 1836). Countermark: Type VI; crowned Y.II. within circular incuse. Applied to the obverse of a 1833-Go MJ Mexico Republic 8 Reales (KM-377.8); Straight "J" variety. One of the more available dates from this mint, we have more than 20 examples recorded. The countermark is somewhat obscured due to the host designs, but is fully attributable on a nicely preserved host. The surfaces are relatively smooth with signs of handling consistent for the grade displaying attractive mottled gray patina.
Estimate: $900 - $1200