GUATEMALA. 8 Reales, 1739-J. Nueva Guatemala Mint. Philip V. PCGS EF-45 Gold Shield.
KM-9; Cal-type-160#1243. Weight: 26.6 gms. A pleasing, moderately toned 'transitional' type, in which a cob-style planchet was struck with dies intended for a milled planchet. The date, mintmark, and assayer letter are all visible, making this a detailed and desirable example of this interesting type.
Estimate: $500 - $1,000.
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