MEXICO. Cob 8 Reales, ND (ca. 1572-89)-Mo O. Mexico City Mint, Assayer O. Philip II. NGC AU-55. cf. KM-43; Cal-661; Calb-not listed. Weight: 27.14 gms. This issue represents the first 8 Reales of Philip II and is tied for the finest certified at NGC. <strong>EXTREMELY RARE</strong> in this high state of preservation and highly desirable. Centered and very well struck for a circulation cob on a broad round planchet, exhibiting light tan toning throughout with areas of richer coloration. Most of the legends are visible, and the "Flat Top 8" variety is noted. A fantastic representative and extremely appealing for the type. From the Pat Johnson Collection.<p>Ex: Ponterio & Wyatt (San Diego 6/1982) Lot # 938.
