Amazing 8s -- Charles III Portrait 8 Reales 1772-1791
1780 Lima, top pop

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Coin Details

Origin/Country: PERU 1659-1826
Item Description: 8R 1780LIMA MI
Full Grade: NGC MS 63
Owner: jgenn

Owner Comments:

One of my finest 8 reales, by grade, is this example from Peru. Clearly, the graders appreciated the wonderful strike and lovely toning on the reverse. However, the obverse is a different story, struck with a later stage, and perhaps rusty, die.

From the Heritage Ancient & World Coin Signature Auction, January 5-6, 2013, New York. Lot #22386. KM78a, silvery gray patina with hints of deep red and magenta. Very attractive, strong strike on both sides

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