MEXICO. Cob 2 Escudos, 1714-Mo J. Mexico City Mint, Assayer Jose E. de Leon (J). Philip V. NGC MS-65. Fr-7b; KM-53.2; Cal-1887. Weight: 6.7 gms. A sharply struck example with a bold full four digit date, mint mark and assayer initial. Bright luster shines off every facet of the surfaces and the design itself is well centered. Recovered from the 1715 Fleet, this little Gem is an extremely pleasing example of the type. From the Pat Johnson Collection.<p>Ex: Spanish Galleon Treasure (Schulman 11/1972) Lot # 370.<p>Ex: 1715 Plate Fleet.
