Cordoba 1845 2 reales

from the Stack's Bowers September 2023 Collector's Choice sale, lot 73093

This specimen was lot 73093 in Stack's Bowers Collectors Choice sale (Costa Mesa, CA, September 2023), where it sold for $192. The catalog description^[1] noted, "ARGENTINA. Cordoba. 2 Reales, 1845. Cordoba Mint. PCGS VF-35. Exceptionally well struck up for the issue, most detail is visible in the sun and tower, quite a noteworthy feature when compared to other survivors. pale dove gray patina goes nicely with charcoal accents that elevate the devices with subtle contrast throughout. A wholesome and original survivor that will attract spirited bids from specialists. From the David Sterling Collection." This type was struck 1844-45 with many varieties.

Recorded mintage: unknown.

Specification: silver, 0.750 fine.

Catalog reference: KM 23.

Source:

• Michael, Thomas, and Tracy L. Schmidt, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1801-1900, 9th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2019.
• Janson, Hector Carlos, La Moneda Circulante En El Territorio Argentino, 1767-1998, Buenos Aires, 1998.
• Cunietti-Ferrando, Arnaldo José, Monedas de la República Argentina, Asociación Numismática Argentina, Buenos Aires, 1965.
• ^[1]Orsini, Matt, Kyle Ponterio and Jeremy Bostwick, September 2023 World Collectors Choice Online Auction - Ancient & World Coins, Costa Mesa, CA: Stack's Bowers Galleries, Inc., 2023.

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