GUATEMALA. 4 Reales, 1892. Guatemala Mint. NGC MS-63. KM-160; Prober-Pl. IX # 31-X. Reported Mintage: 2,600. Struck in 0.835 fine silver. The single second finest certified of the type on the NGC population report, none listed on the PCGS census. This <strong>EXTREMELY</strong> <strong>RARE</strong> one-year type seldom appears on the market and the present piece is vastly superior than normally encountered. The strike is bold with frosty devices and obverse fields that are brilliant, but slightly subdued; while the reverse exhibits more of a satiny luster. The surfaces display a light attractive delicate gray patina that adds to its pleasing appearance and desirability. A real treat for the advanced collector looking for high quality and attractive representatives.<p><em>It is interesting to note that the die crack at 3 oclock on the obverse offers a characteristic which links this obverse die to the obverse of the 1893-R.G. issue, full wreath variety, struck in 0.900 fine silver.</em> From the Pat Johnson Collection.<p>Ex: Almanzars (San Antonio 3/1981) Lot # 769.1.
