COLOMBIA. 8 Escudos, 1772-P JS. Popayan Mint. Charles III (1759-88). PCGS AU-55 Gold Shield.Restrepo-73.4; Fr-36; KM-50.2. A popular and <strong>SCARCE</strong> issue as well as the first 8 Escudos of Popayan to use an authentic portrait of Charles III. Immensely appealing, this example displays vibrant orange tone over surfaces that retain excellent luster on both sides. Worthy of a strong bid.From the Eldorado Collection of Colombian Coins.<p>Ex: Superior Stamp and Coins sale of April 1977, lot 521.
