Lot 958
Bolivia - Republic. 8 Soles, 1855 PTS-FM (Potosi). WR-22; Eliz-110; KM-112.2. 26.61 grams. With "8S" Value. Two recumbent alpacas beneath palm tree; stars above. Reverse: Laureate head of Simon Bolivar left; name in neck truncation. Crisply struck and lustrous. Light even toning, ranging from steely and neutral, to warm with hints of copper. A two year type only. NGC graded AU-53.
Bolivia is a land populated mostly by non-Hispanics. Quechua and Aymara tribes dominate the population. In 2005, for the first time, a descendant of the Aymara, Evo Morales, was elected president. He is attempting to rewrite the constitution to give more power to the local, indigineous peoples. His efforts are being met with significant resistance.
Estimated Value $125 - 150.
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| Realized $252 |
