Lot 999
Chile - Republic. 8 Escudos, 1820-So-FD (Santiago). Fr-33; KM-84. 27.01 grams. Radiant sun above volcanoes, date of Independence below, all within circular wreath. Reverse: Column surmounted by globe and star, crossed flags behind, all within circular wreath. Exceptional strike. Quite clean, with brilliant reflective fields and lustrous devices. Scarce in this grade. NGC graded MS-62.
Independence from Spain in Chile is officially achieved in 1818, yet the fight for independence began with uprisings in 1808, and didn't end until the island of Chloe was captured from the Spanish garrison in 1826. The 8 Escudos pictured here is the first gold coin of the republic of Chile. A most important and hightly sought after piece.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000.
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