MEXICO. Carlos I (and Johanna). 1516-1558. AR 1 real. 3.4 gm. 26 mm. Mexico City mint. "Late series" (ca 1542-1572) Assayer O. 1542-1557. Shield of arms, castles and lions; CAROLVS ET JOHANA R... around / Two crowned pillars, PI VS VI across; +HISPANIARVM ET INDIARVM around. Nesmith 108c. Good Very Fine; flan a bit uneven; otherwise bold strike on fresh surfaces.

The Zabel Collection.