Chile 1914 2 pesos KM-Pn27
This specimen was lot 34067 in Stack's Bowers ANA sale (Chicago, August 2022), where it sold for $6,000. The catalog description[1] noted,
"CHILE. Silver 2 Pesos Pattern, 1914-So. Santiago Mint. PCGS SPECIMEN-64. The only certified example on the PCGS population, tied for finest certified with one other example on the NGC census. This beautifully preserved survivor exhibits crisp frosty devices with reflective fields. A thin layer of light mottled patina slightly subdues the brilliance adding a bit of character to this lovely specimen. Close inspection of the surfaces and devices reveal evidence of planchet adjustments and die polish prior to striking indicating great care and precision in the preparation of this pattern only issue. An eye catching piece that is sure to garner much attention from advanced collectors. From the Pat Johnson Collection."
The SCWC also notes another pattern for this year, KM-PnB27, with a large flan. No photos are offered therein of either. The mint also struck pattern fifty centavos (KM PnA27) and one pesos (KM Pn26). No two pesos were struck for circulation until 1927.
Recorded mintage: unknown.
Specification: silver.
Catalog reference: KM-Pn27.
- Michael, Thomas, and Tracy L. Schmidt, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1901-2000, 47th 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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