Central American Republic gold 8 Escudos 1828 CR-F AU58 PCGS, San Jose mint, KM17. As the single largest denomination struck for the now-extinct Central American Republic, the 8 Escudos combines the inspiring "sun and mountains" obverse design motif with the scale and presentation of a large gold issue, lending a sublime appearance that is difficult to exceed for its beauty. Though this can be said for the type as a whole, it becomes especially true when encountered so near to Mint condition, the Ceiba tree, mountains, and sun all displaying appreciable detail to even the highest points of their designs, the surfaces still bright with yellow-gold luster that concentrates in a deep shimmer at the legends. An altogether enchanting example of the issue, and a must-see for collectors of the Latin American series in general.

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