Chile 1892-So 20 centavos
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The first specimen was lot 73383 in Stack's Bowers Collector's Choice sale (Costa Mesa, CA, February 2022), where it sold for $384. The catalog description[1] noted, "CHILE. 20 Centavos, 1892-So. Santiago Mint. PCGS MS-66. KM-138. This completely charming example displays wonderful soft luster and strong details applied to the handsome surfaces. A great Gem pieces that is sure to charm all who look to place a bid." This particular subtype, 0.500 fine silver and with a dash under the "S" of "CENTS", was struck 1891-93. Overdates abound.
Recorded mintage: 3,719,000 for 1892-93, including an 1892/82.
Specification: 5 g, 0.500 fine, 23 mm diameter.
Catalog reference: KM-138.1.
- 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 February 2022 World Collectors Choice Online Auction - Ancients & World Coins, Featuring Selections from the Kings Norton Mint Collection, Costa Mesa, CA: Stack's Bowers LLC, 2022.
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