| Stack's Bowers Galleries (& Ponterio) > April 2024 Hong Kong Auction | Auction date: 15 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 43393 Price realized: 2,500 USD (Approx. 2,353 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on  |
| Lot description: PHILIPPINES. Mint Opening Silver Medallic Proclamation 2 Reales, 1861. Isabel II. NGC AU-58. Basso-96; Honeycutt-16. Struck to commemorate the opening of the Manila mint March 19, 1861. The Royal decree of September 8, 1857 was specific to the authorization of gold coinage. Obverse: Bust of Isabella II left, legend around; Reverse: Arms of Manila in wreath, legend around, date below. A SCARCE and popular silver medallic issue, the present example exhibiting evidence of light circulation, with gentle wear over the highest points of the design. Toned a deep earthy umber throughout, with a bit of chestnut coloration towards the perimeters. Estimate: $1500 - $2500 |  |
