First listing date
ITEM DESCRIPTION
Early Pillars Type (Carlos-Juana, 1536-1572)
November, 2006
1⁄2 real, assayer F, extremely rare, with clear oMo mintmark to left and weak but definite oFo assayer to right of KI monogram, broad planchet with some bold lettering, but lots of flat spots all over, and a bit worn (About Fine), but not corroded or damaged in any way. Where else can you find a type-coin for an "Early Series" 1⁄2 real (or for an assayer-F coin for that matter)?
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"LATE SERIES" (WAVES BELOW PILLARS)
October, 2006
1⁄2 real, M to left, G to right, broad planchet with much legend, nice natural toning, but only VG+ with a little wrinkle, scarce type.
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Shield Type (1572-1733)
February, 2006
8 reales, Philip IV, oMP (early to mid-1650s), good full cross and shield, nice natural toning, typically barrel-shaped planchet, problem-free VF.
   
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February, 2006
8 reales, Charles II and Philip V, assayers not visible, from an early 1730s Middle East hoard (as above), all with at least enough shield and cross to recognize the mint (one is actually Spain and not Mexico), many with canvas impressions and all with encrustation and toning, 4 available.
   
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February, 2006
8 reales, Philip V, assayer not visible, about half of shield and cross visible (enough to recognize type), lightly toned and very worn (AVG) but not damaged or salvaged, reflecting centuries of simple, honest circulation.
   
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February, 2006
4 reales, Charles II, assayer not visible, scarce error with shield side struck from 8R die, with most of cross and maybe 1/3 of the shield visible, About Fine, lightly toned.
   
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