PERU. Cob 4 Escudos, 1697/6-L H. Lima Mint. Charles II. NGC MS-63. Fr-2; KM-25; Cal-927. Weight: 13.47 gms. Tied for second finest certified of the date with one other example on the NGC population report, only two finer (both MS-64). This choice uncirculated minor gold coin exhibits a bold strike with minimal doubling. The central devices and strong and well-defined with a clear overdate, full cross with lions and castles and partial kings ordinal. This original looking survivor offers a pleasing appearance displaying an attractive orange-yellow patina with brighter coloration atop of the devices. From the Pat Johnson Collection.<p>Ex: 1715 Plate Fleet.
