CHILE. 8 Reales, 1786-So DA. Santiago Mint. Charles III. NGC EF-45.KM-31; FC-24; EL-35; Cal-Type-110 # 1025. Mintage: 149,000. A very boldly struck coin that faces up rather well with perfect centering, light even wear and moderate gray and purple toning that traverses both sides. Upon magnified inspection, a small amount of residue on Charles IIIs cheek and some intentional circular handling in the right obverse field are observed, but both occurrences have only trivial influence on the in-hand appearance. A strongRARE /strongto strongVERY RARE/strong date, this piece is the finest of two certified, with the other piece receiving an EF - Details grade at NGC.From the Santa Fe Collection.Ex. Garcia Collection (Chile).
