Lot 927
Argentina - Republic. 8 Reales, 1840-R. WR-5; Eliz-30; KM-10. 27.65 grams. Mountain peak, crossed artillery and pennants beneath. Reverse: Oval shield with hands holding liberty cap, wreath around, topped by radiant sun. Centers a bit soft, but bold for issue. Fields especially clean for this often wretched issue, with fine cartwheel luster. Warm, even old toning.
Struck by rebel leaders (General Brizuela) - "En Union y Libertad." The key silver coin of the Argentina series. NGC graded AU-58.
Estimated Value $10,000 - 12,000.
Ex. Superior 1975 A.N.A. Sale, lot 1737; and long considered the finest known example.
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