Chile 1867-So 50 centavos KM-139
The first specimen was lot 34066 in Stack's Bowers ANA sale (Chicago, August 2022), where it sold for $14,400. The catalog description[1] noted,
"CHILE. 50 Centavos, 1867-So. Santiago Mint. PCGS PROOF-65. Small wreath variety. The only certified example on either the NGC or PCGS population reports. This beautifully preserved first year of issue boasts crisp bold frosty design features in contrast to the flashy fields with slightly subdued reflectivity. A plethora of iridescent hues highlight the intricate devices enhancing the allure of this seldom encountered issue. Truly a magnificent representative of the type with spectacular eye appeal and flash that is certain to catch the attention of many collectors. From the Pat Johnson Collection. Ex: Jascha Heifetz Collection (Superior - 12/1989) Lot # 713."
The first fifty centavos of Chile featured a condor with outstretched wings. An upright condor was adopted for 1862-67 (KM 134) with a lower relief used for 1867-72 (KM 139, shown here). This design also appeared on five, ten and twenty centavos and one peso. Many varieties exist.
Recorded mintage: unknown.
Specification: 12.5 g, 900 fine silver.
Catalog reference: KM 139.
- Michael, Thomas, and Tracy L. Schmidt, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1801-1900, 9th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2019.
- [1]Orsini, Matt, Kyle Ponterio and Jeremy Bostwick, The 2022 ANA Auction - Ancients & World Coins - Featuring The Salton Collection Part III, the Augustana Collection and the Robert C. Knepper Collection, Costa Mesa, CA: Stack's Bowers LLC, 2022.
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