PHILIPPINES. Philippines - Chile. 8 Reales, ND (1834-37). Manila Mint. Isabel II. PCGS EF-40; Countermark: AU Details. KM-108; Basso-56; PNM#6-211; PNM#16-190; PNM#21-VIII-22; Cacho-IX-CS-004; Gil-5-4-1-II. Type VI Countermark, crowned Y.II. within circle. Countermark applied to the reverse of a 1834-SANTIAGO IJ Chile Peso. An ever popular and always in demand host, this date is available in various states of preservation. This beautifully preserved example boasts a strong countermark on a moderately handled host with even wear displaying lovely rich mottled patina adding to its pleasing appearance. Clearly this piece sat for a prolonged period of time and as a result is far more attractive than most encountered of this type.
