Peru 1768-L JM 4 reales
This specimen was lot 72089 in Stack's Bowers Collectors Choice sale (Costa Mesa, CA, November 2022), where it sold for $1,320. The catalog description[1] noted, "PERU. 4 Reales, 1768-LM. Lima Mint; Assayers Joseph Rodriguez de Carrasa & Manuel de Iglesia Abarca (J M). Charles III. PCGS EF-45. A well-preserved example with abundant charm. The devices are boldly struck and sharp, complemented by attractive mottled toning and some remaining luster in the fields. A great representative of the type. From the Pat Johnson Collection. Ex: Ponterio Sale 41 (03/1990), lot # 3785." This specimen is one of a series struck 1760-72 during the reign of Charles III (1759-88). As a class, pillar coinage of Peru is much less plentiful than that of Mexico, though it is more available than the remaining mints.
Recorded mintage: unknown.
Specification: 13.54 g, 0.917 fine silver.
Catalog reference: Cayón-11724, KM-63; Cal-826.
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