PHILIPPINES. Philippines - Peru. 8 Reales, ND (1834-37). PCGS Genuine--Tooled, EF Details Gold Shield.
KM-138.2; Gil Crown variety-5-4-1-II. Type VI countermark; crowned Y.II. within circular indent. Issued by decree of 20 December 1834, suppressed 31 March 1837 (By Decree of 1 February 1836). On a 1835-LM MM Peru Republic 8 Reales with obverse legend spelling error "POR AL UNION". An EXTREMELY RARE host coin countermark combination with only five examples that we have recorded including the present example, all with Y.II. countermarks. A moderately circulated example with attractive mottled patina displaying areas of richer coloration in the peripherals. Upon close inspection, light scratches can be noticed in the peripherals which accounts for the details designation, however these have now toned over and are well-disguised, matching the rest of the coin. Despite its shortcomings, a handsome piece that exhibits lots of character.
From the BKingdom Collection.
Estimate: $5000.00- $7000.00