Lot 961
Bolivia - Republic. Peso, 1860 PTS-FJ (Potosi). WR-25; Eliz-120; KM-138.6. 20.31 grams. Tree divides 10 Ds - 20 Gs; weight of 400 Gs. Two recumbent alpacas beneath palm tree; stars above. Reverse: Laureate head of Simon Bolivar left; name beneath neck, 400 Gs below. Even strike, slightly soft overall. Fields satiny to bright, with matte devices. Medium deep toning, reflecting copper and russet, with considerable violet.
This variety without any other expressed denomination, other than the "400 Gs." Transitional type from the Soles to the Peso system. NGC graded MS-62.
Bolivia is one of the poorest countries in the Western Hemisphere, yet is one of the richest in terms of mineral deposits. This discrepancy cannot be blamed on the Spanish, since they have been gone for almost 200 years. Obviously, many are trying to develop these mineral riches. The results are not yet conclusive.
Estimated Value $200 - 250.
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| Realized $483 |
