Republic silver "Mint Steam Machinery" Medal 1869 MS61 NGC, Potosi mint, Burnett-118. 37mm. By M. Gordillo. MELGAREJO I SUS MINISTROS above MUÑOZ LASTRA ROJAS RIBERA Bust of President Melgarejo left // RESTITUYEN A BOLIVIA / SU / CREDITO MONETARIO / DANDOLE UNA MAQUINA / DE / ACUÑAR A VAPOR / PREFECTO C BALSA / POTOSI DIBRE 28 DE 1869. Marking the installation of steam-powered machinery at the famed Potosi mint. Hints of pastels grace the argent fields on this scarce type. HID09801242017 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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