COLOMBIA. 8 Escudos, 1790-P SF. Popayan Mint. Charles IV (1788-1808). PCGS AU-53 Gold Shield.Restrepo-96.4; Fr-44; KM-53.2. Three year transitional issue displaying the bust of Charles III. Handsome orange peripheral toning and strong cartwheel luster frames both sides. Some natural encrustation within the central reverse devices adds further contrast. A handsome specimen at this grade without significant flaws.From the Eldorado Collection of Colombian Coins.<p>Ex: Hans M.F. Schulman, March 1969.
