Lot 1179
Peru. Republic. 8 Reales, 1828-G (Cuzco). WR-16; Eliz-108; KM-142.2. 26.42 grams. Small Liberty type. Tripartite shield of arms flanked by wreath, and crowned above by smaller wreath. Reverse: Pallas Athene, as Liberty, stands frontal supporting tasseled cap on spear, while one hand rests on shield. Centers a trifle soft, but better than typical strike. Reflective fields with appealing luster. Light, slightly smoky toning on the obverse; darker on the reverse, with more intense coloring along the edges. NGC graded MS-61.
Cuzco served as the ancient Incan capital. It is situated in southeastern Peru at an altitude of 11,500 feet. It was conquered by Pizarro in 1534. Incan tradition says the city.was built by the great king Sapa Inca Pachacuti, who transformed the Incan area from a small community to a great empire. Archaeological evidence disputes this legend and has the city at an earlier origin.
Estimated Value $700 - 800.
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| Realized $920 |
