Philip II (1556-1598). 4 escudos. 1591. Madrid. C. (Cal-882). (Tauler-4). (Fried-159). Au. 13,57 g. Type "Ingenio de la Tijera". Only 3 known specimens. Very fine style mintage with a lovely color and luster. Of the highest rarity and great interesting for the Spanish numismatic history. Superb specimen. Slabbed by NGC as MS 63. Only 2 other specimens are known; one of them auctioned by Daniel F. Sedwick 33 (03/05/2023), lot 27; and the other by Tauler&Fau 128 (07/06/2023), lot 145.

It would be a delight for any collector and the last opportunity to acquire a wonderful specimen that would be a highlight in any coin collection and we are sure we will not see it offered at auction for many years again.

One of Philip II's many reforms in the 1500s was to move the Spanish Court from its traditional royal seat in Toledo to the city of Madrid, where it remains today. That included creating a new mint in Madrid where none had existed before. Naturally, Philip was eager to start minting coins there, but only if they could be made of superior quality. Perfect, machine-struck coinage was already being struck at the Segovia mint starting in 1586 using what was known as “Real Ingenio" (“royal machine”). In Madrid, however, the king opted for a different minting experiment known as "Ingenio de la Tijera" (“shearing machine”), which had been developed by the royal blacksmith and knifemaker Miguel de la Cerda, on recommendation by the Third Count of Chinchón, Diego Fernández de Cabrera y Bobadilla.

Miguel de la Cerda’s invention consisted of a special method of pouring silver or gold into perfectly round solid cylinders matching the diameter of the coin dies, with each planchet hand-cut from one end with special scissors, so that no further trimming or flattening was needed. This was meant to save time and resources, while producing attractive coins with full and even details, a far cry from what was eventually produced in earnest at the Madrid Mint starting in 1614. The experiment was first tried at the Segovia and Toledo Mints in 1589-91, but since Madrid was the preferred destination, silver and gold were brought from Toledo to Madrid to carry out the experiment there as well in 1591. Since there was no mint, the workshop of the famous but recently deceased sculptor, engraver and medallist for the king, Jacome Trezzo (also known as “Jacometrezo”) was chosen for the striking in Madrid. Ultimately, however, it was not possible to continue to strike the larger-denomination coins due to lower river current to run the water mills. The highest denomination—and rarest—was the 4 escudos, as it seems no 8 escudos were even attempted, although the silver 8 reales (Cal-660) is known, the only extant example of which hammered in March 2021 by Aureo & Calicó for about $21,500.

For the next few years, de la Cerda was secretive about his invention, and little or nothing is recorded until a second experiment at the Seville Mint in 1597. The next year, 1598, de la Cerda died and passed the rights for his invention to his trustee, Dr. Baltasar Vellorino, who asserted that he was the one who had improved de la Cerda’s design to make 4’s and 8’s possible. Vellorino quickly pushed for a new agreement with King Philip II to implement the invention in his own name and receive 50 percent of the profits for twelve years; but the caveat was that invention would be used only at New World mints, starting with Mexico City. One month later, the King died and the crown passed to his son, Philip III.

The equipment was not shipped to Mexico until 1602, well into the reign of Philip III. Vellorino himself left for Mexico in 1603 and the machinery was all in place by the end of 1606, according to an early 1607 document. Back in Spain, a similar experiment by Segovia’s famous tallador Diego de Astor took place in 1610 at the Segovia Mint and in 1611 in Madrid (again at the studios of Jacome Trezzo). The experiment lost favor, however, and it was claimed in court that the new method was slower than promised and would effectively cause raw silver and gold to bypass Spain and go straight to Asia (Philippines, China and Japan) without benefit to mainland Spain. Researcher Jorge Proctor points out that these dates line up more or less with the first appearance of Mexican Royals (galanos), which were perfectly round and match what the new equipment would have produced. Apart from these galanos, there is no evidence this invention was ever fully implemented in the New World.

The “Ingenio de la Tijera” coins from Spain are therefore very important to the evolution of the long numismatic history of Spain and its American colonies.

For reference, two Spanish journal articles summarize and discuss the documentation:

“Dos experimentos acuñadores en Madrid: las pruebas de Miguel de la Cerda y Diego de Astor en las casas de Jacome Trezzo,” by Rosa Romero Molina, in issue 233 (July-December 1993) of NVMISMA (Sociedad Iberoamericana de Estudios Numismáticos)

“El Proyecto de implantación del Ingenio de la Tijera en las cecas de los Reinos de las Indias,” by Pedro Damián Cano Borrego, in issue 9 (2022) of Revista Numismática Hécate. Est...100000,00.

Philip V (1700-1746). 8 escudos. 1723/1. Segovia. F. (Cal-2263). Au. 27,00 g. "Cross" type. Superb specimen with full luster and an outstanding eye appeal. Immaculate surfaces, just a few tiny marks and a minor edge bump at 5 o'clock. Very rare, even more so in this condition. We are sure it will attract the attention of any collector. Slabbed by NGC as MS 62. Only 1 finer specimen in the NGC and PGCS census. Est...40000,00.

Philip II (1556-1598). 8 reales. ND (1568-1570). Lima. R (Alonso Rincon). (Cal-651). (Calbetó-243 var). (Cy-3911). Anv.: PHILIPVS : II : D : HISPA. Rev.: NIARVM · ET · INDIARVM · REX. Ag. 25,51 g.

Assayer R to the left of the shield; on the reverse, above the waves, the denomination 8 in Arabic numeral, and in the center, the inscription PL/VSV/LT. Legends are complete, though somewhat weak in certain areas. An extraordinary obverse, considered among the finest known. Slight double striking and hairlines on the reverse. Fine transversal crack, more pronounced on the reverse, with some excess of metal. Extremely rare. Slabbed by NGC as AU Details, Obv. Tooled.

These coins are regarded as the first South American “dollars.” They were minted without explicit authorization and exhibit notable technical deficiencies — such as weight below the legal standard, irregularities in the die work (including double striking and cracks), the use of dies with spelling errors, and rudimentary engraving — which led to the rapid suspension of their production. They belong to the earliest 8 reales issues in the Americas, produced by assayers surnamed Rincón at the mints of Mexico (1538), Lima (1568–69), and Potosí (1575). Only three specimens are known from Mexico; those from Potosí number only a few dozen, while Lima pieces, such as this example, have fewer than ten registered specimens, making them iconic in colonial numismatics.

The Lima Mint was authorized by Philip II by Royal Order on August 21, 1565, although actual operations did not commence until September 1568. Under the direction of assayer Alonso Rincón — son of the renowned Rincón of Mexico — the mint was established in the local government building, which also served as a jail. On September 2, 1568, the die bearing the initial "R" was delivered, and the first silver deposits date from the 6th. In just over a year, more than 20,000 marks of silver were recorded, originating both from the Royal Treasury and a small group of local merchants known as "silver banks."

The mint’s activity was intense but brief and troubled. By late 1569, following an official inspection, various irregularities were detected, including the alleged misappropriation of seigniorage — the fiscal profit from minting — as well as the production of 8 reales coins not stipulated in the original regulations. Treasurer Lope de Mendaña was accused and convicted but later acquitted with a symbolic fine. Viceroy Francisco de Toledo later confirmed that, although not included in the initial ordinances, the mint was indeed authorized to produce duros (8 reales coins). After the scandal, operations ceased on October 11, 1569, and partially transferred to La Plata.

According to several specialists, including Paoletti, the striking of these exceedingly rare duros from Lima dates between 1568 and 1570. This specimen most likely corresponds to the brief and turbulent initial period, between September 1568 and October 1569. It is a piece of immense rarity, with fewer than ten specimens held in public and private collections, although no exact census has been published. Est...35000,00.

Ferdinand VI (1746-1759). 8 escudos. 1748. Lima. R. (Cal-758). (Tauler-560a). (Cal onza-560). Au. 26,89 g. Superb specimen with lustrous surfaces, deep color and bold strike with all details perfectly defined.

With clear bottom half of second date 48 in legend. Very attractive and rare in this extraordinary state of preservation.

We are sure that this coin will attract the attention of many collectors of this period.

Slabbed by NGC as MS 63, only 1 better preserved specimen according to the NGC census.
Ex Daniel F. Sedwick 32 (03/11/2022), lot 50. This coin is exempt from any export license fee. Est...25000,00.

Charles-Joanna (1504-1555). 2 reales. ND (ca. 1542). Santo Domingo. F/S-P. (Sedwick/Rudman-Tipo 2R.26, Plate coin). (Cal-106). (Vidal Quadras-6833, Plate coin). (Cy-3090). Anv.: CAR ◦:◦ OIVS ◦:◦ ET ◦:◦ IOANNA ◦:◦. Rev.: + REGIS : ISPANIARVM : ET : INDIARV. Ag. 6,82 g. F to the left, denomination II to the right of the shield with lions and castles. PL between the pillars, within a cartouche adorned with rosettes at its corners and surrounded by dots. Mintmark S to the left and P to the right of the pillars. Exceptionally well-centered strike with all details perfectly visible. Immaculate surfaces, free of corrosion or apparent wear marks, with only minor voids characteristic of the series. Wonderful old cabinet tone with slight bluish tones enhancing its excellet eye appeal. Slabbed by NGC as AU 55 (Top Pop), the finest known in the NGC and PCGS census.

Undoubtedly, this is a magnificent specimen of one of the most challenging two reales coins from the Spanish colonial coinage, with only a few known examples. Most of those have defects or corrosion and are rarely offered at auction. With an outstanding provenance, it is sure to delight any numismatic enthusiast.

Ex Vidal Quadras Collection, retaining the original handwritten label. Ex Áureo & Calicó Selection (03/20/2014), lot 136, retaining the auction lot-tag.
Legends are complete and highly interesting, possibly representing a transitional type, with the C of CAROLVS, the E of REGIS and ET, and the M of ISPANIARVM interpreted as a Gothic D rotated in various positions to form the desired letter. The V of CAROLVS resembles an inverted delta, and the L is depicted as an I.
This very specimen is referenced and photographed in the study by Cori Sedwick and Isaac Rudman on the Silver Coinage of Juana and Carlos of Santo Domingo, presented at the Historians and Numismatists Convention held in Santo Domingo in 2023. Est...15000,00.

Philip V (1700-1746). 8 escudos. 1712. Lima. M. (Cal-2120). (Cal onza-240). (Tauler-240b, Plate coin). Au. 26,71 g.
Variety with date on the reverse legend as “ANO 71”. Very well centered struck with full legends. Lovely color.

This same specimen is referenced by Rafael Tauler Fesser in his excellent catalog Oro Macuquino. Very rare, more in this state of preservation. Ex 1715 Plate Fleet Shipwrecks.

It was slabbed by PCGS as MS 61. Ex Stack's&Bowers and Ponterio, June Baltimore Auction (17/06/2011), lot 7063. This coin is exempt from any export license fee. XF. Est...25000,00.

Lucius Verus. Aureus. 165 AD. Rome. (Ric-III 535). (Calicó-2181). (Bmcre-379). Anv.: L VERVS ΛVG ΛRMENIΛCVS, laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right. Rev.: TR P V IMP II COS II, Roma, helmeted, in military dress, advancing left, holding up Victory in right hand and trophy cradled in left arm. Au. 7,27 g.

Lustrous surfaces and struck in high relief with all details perfectly defined in high relief. Magnificent specimen with an lovely eye appeal. Very rare and undoubtedly one of the best known. Slabbed by NGC as Ch AU, Strike 5/5, Surface 4/5. Ex Chaves collection. Est...15000,00.

Kingdom of Navarre. Charles II, the Bad (1349-1387). Real d´or (Ducat). Navarre. (Ros-3.14.2/1, Plate coin). (Duplessy-42). Anv.: KOLVS : DEI : GRA - NAVRORV : REX. Crowned king standing head-on, carrying scepter with fleur-de-lis, under a Gothic canopy. Rev.: XPC : VINT : XPC : REGNAT : XPC IMPERAT. Flowered cross, cantoned with four fleurs-de-lys inside a lobuled with sixteen arches. Au. 3,55 g.

Little variations of design and with the legend VINT instead of VINCIT. Very Nice. This same specimen is referenced by Ricardo Ros in his excellent study "La Moneda de Navarra, second edition". Extremely rare, even more so in this condition.

Slabbed by NGC as MS 63.
Ex Editions V. Gadoury, (12/03/2022), lot 549. Est...20000,00.

China. Hupeh. Tael. Year 30 (1904). Kuang-hsu (Guangxu). (Km-Y128.2). (L&M-180). (Kann-933). Ag. Small characters variety. Extremely rare.

A short-lived issue, introduced as part of a projected coinage reform based on the traditional system of Chinese weights, rather than the relatively recently introduced decimalized Dollar system.

Tael denominated coinage are among the most sought-after areas of Chinese numismatics and his is the first sample of this issue that we have the privilege to offer and we are sure that it will receive a lot of attention.

Extremely rare. Slabbed by NGC as AU Details, Cleaned. Est...20000,00.

Philip V (1700-1746). 8 escudos. 1701. Sevilla. 8-M/S-8. (Cal-2267). (Cal onza-465). Au. 26,95 g. "Cross" type. Sharp and clear details very well-defined, a lovely specimen. Nice color and full luster. Very rare in this superb grade. Slabbed by NGC as MS 62. Only 1 finer specimen in the NGC census. Est...15000,00.

Philip V (1700-1746). 8 escudos. 1732. Lima. N. (Cal-2146). (Tauler-297). (Cal onza-297). Au. 26,96 g. Double date, the date of the legend with 2 digits. Very choice full cross-lions-castles and pillars-and-waves. L - 8 - N / P - V - A / 7 - 3 - 2. Apparently overdated 1732/1, which is not specified on the capsule label. Very rare. Slabbed by NGC as AU 55, second finest specimen in the NGC census. Est...15000,00.

Kingdom of Castille and Leon. Pedro I (1350-1368). Dobla of 35 maravedis. Sevilla. (Bautista-517). (Imperatrix-P1:2.5). Anv.: + PETRVS : DEI : GRACIA : REX : CASTELLE. Rev.: + PETRVS · DEI · GRACIA : REX : LEGIONIS (roseta). Au. 4,56 g.

Gorgeous specimen. Original colour. Excellent strike and great eye apeal. Very rare in this state of preservation. Slabbed by NGC as MS 66. Only 1 finer specimen in the NGC census. Est...10000,00.

Charles III (1759-1788). 8 escudos. 1763. Mexico. MM. (Cal-1982). (Cal onza-745). Au. 27,01 g. "Rat nose" type. Lovely color and full luster. Faint scratches on the reverse and minor weakness on the shield. Rare, even more in this desirable high grade. Slabbed by NGC as AU 58. Only 2 finer specimens in the NGC census. Est...10000,00.

Charles IV (1788-1808). 8 escudos. 1793/2. Mexico. FM. (Cal-1632, unlisted this overdate). (Km-159, unlisted this overdate). Au. Very rare overdate, unlisted in the specialized catalogs. We have only found 2 specimens with this particularity. Full luster and nice color, very deep, with an excellent eye appeal. Slabbed by NGC as MS 63 (Top Pop), the finest known in the NGC and PCGS census. Est...5000,00.

Elizabeth II (1833-1868). 20 reales. 1834. Madrid. DG. (Departamento de Grabado). (Cal-577). Ag. 26,95 g. Nice old cabinet tone with slight bluish shades on the reverse. Luster. Very rare, only 10 known specimens. Slabbed by NGC as MS 61. Ex Cayón (15/09/2011), lot 1605. Est...15000,00.

Catholic Kings (1474-1504). Double excelente. Sevilla. (Cal-739). (Bautista-2243). Anv.: + (FER) · NANDVS ET · ELISABET · DEI GRACI. Rev.: SVB · VNBRA · ALARVN ·TVAR. Au. 7,04 g.

Ermine above, dot between the busts and S below. Surfaces are intact and lacking wear with full luster. The details of the shield and portraits are superb.

A superb specimen for the type with a very high and impressive grade for the period. Very rare in this preservation.

Slabbed by PCGS as MS 63 (Top Pop), the finest known in the PCGS census. This coin is exempt from any export license fee. Est...7000,00.

Philip V (1700-1746). 8 reales. 1728. Segovia. F. (Cal-1597). Au. 26,50 g. Magnificent specimen with very sharp strike and all details perfectly defined. Full original luster. Subtle old cabinet tone, more pronounced on the reverse. Spectacular visual appeal. Extremely rare in this state of preservation. Certainly destined to attract the attention of the most discerning collectors. Previously slabbed by NGC as MS 64; label 5710144-018 included. Est...15000,00.

Philip II (1556-1598). 1/2 real. ND (1580-1582). Panama. PM. (Proctor-HR.1PM). (Cal-133). (Km-1). Ag. 1,40 g. A/P to the left, P to the right, and M below the complete crowned monogram. Good strike, well-centered with all details clearly visible. Delicate and attractive patina with traces of luster on the obverse. Broad flan with beautifully defined castles and lions. Unique issue with dual assayers, featuring large lions and a reverse legend with the inverted “D” in “INDIARVM.” From other auctioned examples, we know the obverse legend ends with a backward “D” followed by a dot.

This is a magnificent coin, certain to catch the eye of collectors of this period. Extremely rare, with only a few known specimens. Slabbed by NGC as AU Details, Environmental damage. All examples of this type are designated as “Details” by NGC, and this particular piece is ranked among the top 10 highest-graded specimens certified. It represents an excellent opportunity to acquire one of the finest known examples of this rare variety, which seldom appears on the public market. This coin is exempt from any export license fee. Est...15000,00.

Ferdinand VI (1746-1759). 8 escudos. 1751. Santiago. J. (Cal-824). (Cal onza-644). Au. Excellent specimen, only a slight weakness in the shield, better struck than most specimens. Full luster and lovely color that accentuates its eye appeal.

From the "La Luz", sunk in 1752 off Montevideo, Uruguay. Slabbed by NGC as MS 62. Lote exento de tasas de exportación. Est...7000,00.

Kings of Pontos. Mithradates VI Eupator. Stater. 88-86 BC. Kallatis. First Mithradatic War issue, in the name and types of Lysimachos. (Callataÿ-p.140 (D4/R2)). (AMNG-I 266). (Hgc-3.2, 1824). Anv.: Diademed head of the deified Alexander to right, with horn of Ammon. Rev.: Athena Nikephoros seated to left, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ to right, ΛYΣΙΜΑΧΟY to left; HP monogram to inner left, KAΛ on throne, ornate trident in exergue. Au. 8,33 g.

Magnificent specimen in a very high grade. Rare in this condition. Slabbed by NGC as Ch MS★, Strike 5/5, Surface 5/5. Est...10000,00.

Charles II (1665-1700). 8 reales. 1687. Potosi. VR. (Cal-683). (Lazaro-221). Ag. 26,56 g. "Royal" type, (Galano). Value 8 between dots above the cross. Uniform and sharply struck with an deep tone. Large flan of 44 mm.

Hole over the crown, usual in this issues and not disturbing the legend on the reverse. Coincident with the position of the dies shown by Lazaro. Rare. Slabbed by NGC as XF Details, Holed. This coin is exempt from any export license fee. Est...9000,00.

Domitian. Aureus. 82 AD. Rome. (Ric-II 1 137). (Biaggi-437). (Calicó-936). Anv.: IMP CAES DOMITIΛNVS AVG P M. Laureate head right. Rev.: TR POT IMP II COS VIII DES VIIII P P. Cuirassed bust of Minerva left, wearing crested Corinthian helmet and aegis; transverse scepter over right shoulder. Au. 7,87 g. Traces of luster. Rare. Slabbed by NGC as Ch VF, Strike 5/5, Surface 3/5, Brushed. Est...8000,00.

Guatemala. 2 reales "Moclon". Crown countermark ND (1662) type B, Deeply stamped on the reverse side of a 2 reales coin of 1651 minted in Potosi with the full four digit date. Undoubtedly the best known specimen of which we are sure it will attract the interest of the most advanced collectors. Ag. 7.36 g. From the Richard Stuart collection. Slabbed by NGC as VF 35. Crown C/S on Bolivia 2R. (Top Pop), the finest known in the NGC census. This coin is exempt from any export license fee. Est...7000,00.

Charles II (1665-1700). 8 escudos. 169?. Sevilla. (M). (Cal-Tipo 181). (Tauler-183a similar). Au. 26,81 g. With the Portugal escutcheon. Rosettes in the lobed angles of the reverse. Typically crude striking. The last digit of the date is not visible. Original luster. Attractive color. Very rare in any grade, even more so in this high grade. Slabbed by NGC as AU 58. Est...7500,00.

China. Li Yuan Hung. 1 dollar. ND (1912). Wuchang Mint. (Km-Y321). (L&M-45). (Kann-639). Ag. 26,56 g. Li Yuan Hung without hat type. Chopmark on the obverse. A rare popular type, the present example can boast strong details. Rather wholesome and quite elegant, this Dollar does not lack for eye appeal.

A wonderful commemorative Dollar and this is the first sample of this issue that we have the privilege to offer and we are sure that it will receive a lot of attention.

Slabbed by NGC as UNC Details, Chopmarked. Est...5000,00.

Charles II (1665-1700). 8 escudos. (1666-69). Sevilla. (M). (Cal-Tipo 181). (Tauler-159a similar). Au. 26,79 g. With the Portugal escutcheon. Rosettes in the lobed angles of the reverse. Date not visible. The typically crude striking suggests a late emission of the series. Attractive color. Very rare in any grade. Slabbed by NGC as AU 50. Est...6500,00.

Philip II (1556-1598). 4 escudos. 1590/89. Sevilla. (Cal-892). (Tauler-14a). Au. 13,48 g. S/IIIIII/ square d to the left, four-digit date to the right, vertically. Slight weakness in beginning of the date but very clear overdate.

We have only found 3 other specimens with this overdate auctioned in the last 20 years. Very rare.

Slabbed by NGC as MS 60 (Top Pop), the finest known in the NGC and PCGS census.

Ex Isabel de Trastámara Collection, Áureo&Calicó (26/05/2016), lot 585. Retains the auction lot-tag. Est...4000,00.

Philip V (1700-1746). 8 escudos. 1738. Sevilla. PJ. (Cal-2314). (Cal onza-537, indicates "rare"). Au. 27,00 g. No indication value. Minor scratches. Traces of luster. Very rare. Slabbed by NGC as AU Details, Obv rim damage. Est...6000,00.

Otho. Denarius. 69 AD. Rome. (Ric-8). (Rsc-17). Anv.: IMP M OTHO CAESAR AVG TR P, bare head to right. Rev.: SECVRITAS P R, Securitas standing facing, head to left, holding wreath and sceptre. Ag. 3,45 g.

Spectacular centering. Lovely old cabinet tone with slight iridescent hues that enhance its excellent eye appeal. Traces of original luster.

Magnificent and with a desirable pedigree, sure to catch the attention of the most selective collectors. Rare, especially in this condition.

Slabbed by NGC as Ch VF★, Strike 5/5, Surface 5/5.
Ex Collection Imagines Imperatorvm, Aureo & Calicó (08/02/2012), lot 50. Retains the auction lot-tag. Est...6000,00.

Philip V (1700-1746). 1 escudo. 1736/5. Santa Fe de Nuevo Reino. (M). (Cal-1777). (Restrepo-M78-12). (Tauler-181). Au. 3,40 g. Lions and castles. Full date. Sharply struck and deep color. Part of the king´s name and ordinal visible. Very rare, even more in this high grade.

Slabbed by NGC as MS 64 (Top Pop), the finest known in the NGC and PCGS census. Est...5000,00.

Ferdinand VI (1746-1759). 8 escudos. 1750. Mexico. MF. (Cal-784). (Cal onza-600). Au. 26,99 g. Nice orange color. Original luster. Minor edge bumps. Rare. Slabbed by NGC as AU Details, Obv spot removed. Est...7000,00.

Julius Caesar. Denarius. 54-51 BC. Galia. (Ffc-50). (Craw-443/1). (Cal-640). Anv.: Elephant right, trampling on serpent, CAESAR in exergue. Rev.: Simpulum, sprinkler, axe and priest’s hat. Ag. 3,95 g. Especially well-centered strike for this issue. Nice old cabinet tone with a soft bluish hue on the obverse, which enhances its eye appeal. A magnificent and rare specimen in this condition. Slabbed by NGC as Ch XF, Strike 5/5, Surface 4/5. Ex Jesus Vico (11/15/2012), lot 2113. Est...2500,00.

Claudius I and Agrippina II. Denarius. 50-51 AD. Rome. (Ric-I 81). (Bmcre-75). (Rsc-4). Anv.: TI CLAVD CAESAR AVG GERM P M TRIB POT P P, laureate head of Claudius to right. Rev.: AGRIPPINAE AVGVSTAE, draped bust of Agrippina II to right, wearing crown of corn ears, her hair in long plait behind. Ag. 3,20 g.

Good strike with slightly porous surfaces. Very pleasing grey tone. Well centered with complete legends. Very rare. Slabbed by NGC as AU, Strike 5/5, Surface 2/5. Est...5000,00.

Ferdinand VI (1746-1759). 4 escudos. (1746-53). Santa Fe de Nuevo Reino. S. (Cal-Tipo 117). (Tauler-124 similar). (Restrepo-M96). Au. 13,46 g. A slight deal of dark sediment clings to both sides, contrasting with the medium yellow gold surfaces. No visible date. The shield is bold and well centered enough to allow for a complete mintmark and assayer initial. Round struck. Rare. Slabbed by NGC as AU 53. Est...5000,00.

Ferdinand VII (1808-1833). War of Independence. 8 reales. 1812. Monclova. (Cal-1340). Ag. Bold countermark MVA-/1812 on a 1809-HJ cast silver 8 reales coin minted in Mexico during the reign of Ferdinand VII.
Typical crude manufacture but relatively free of marks and well toned. Rare. Slabbed by PCGS as VF Details, Damage, C/M-AU Details.

Ex S. P. Rutherford Collection. This coin is exempt from any export license fee. Est...2500,00.

Great Britain. Victoria. 1 crown. 1887. London. (S-3921). (Km-765). Ag. 28,14 g. Spectacular old cabinet tone with bluish, mauve, and ochre hues that enhance its visual appeal. Magnificent and superb specimen with full original luster. Very rare in this condition. Slabbed by NGC as PF 64. Est...3000,00.

Philip V (1700-1746). 8 reales. 1709. Potosi. Y. (Cal-1481). (Lazaro-250, R3, same dies). Ag. 27,50 g. "Royal" type, (Galano). With three complete dates and relatively minor die shift, this piece makes a great representative of this presentation issue.Nice toned. Between 4 and 6 known examples. Very rare. Slabbed by PCGS as VF Details, Holed. Ex S. P. Rutherford Collection. This coin is exempt from any export license fee. Est...5000,00.

Philip V (1700-1746). 8 reales. 1729. Potosi. M. (Cal-1498). (Lazaro-276, R3). Ag. 26,95 g. "Royal" type, (Galano). Perfectly round and boldly detailed, this makes a lovely representative of the date. All central devices feature prominently, along with a clear peripheral date. The noted plug is well-disguised but can be found at 4 o'clock. Between 4 and 6 known examples. Very rare. Slabbed by PCGS as VF Details, Plugged. Ex S. P. Rutherford Collection. This coin is exempt from any export license fee. Est...5000,00.

Philip V (1700-1746). 2 escudos. 1745. Santa Fe de Nuevo Reino. S. (Cal-Unlisted date). (Tauler-Unlisted date). (Restrepo-M80-16). Au. 6,78 g. Full date and nice color. F between dots to the left and S to the right of the shield. Very bold struck but slightly off-center cross. Very rare, few known specimens. Slabbed by NGC as AU 58 (Top Pop), the finest known in the NGC and PCGS census. Est...5000,00.

China. Chihli. 1 dollar - 7 mace 2 candareens. Year 33 (1907). Pei Yang Arsenal mint. (Km-Y73.2). (L&M-464). (Kann-186). Ag. Slabbed by NGC as UNC Details. Cleaned. Est...3000,00.

Hispanic-Carthaginian Coinage. Shekel. 235-220 BC. (Abh-482). (Acip-543). (MIB-8/28b). Anv.: Diademed male head left (Hasdrubal ?). Rev.: Prow of ship with shield, dolphin to the right below. Ag. 7,19 g.

Attractive old cabinet tone. Minor marks. Very rare and exceptional in this condition. Slabbed by NGC as Ch XF, Strike 5/5, Surface 2/5, Smoothing.

Although many Carthaginian coins from Hispania depict human figures rather than deities, it is not certain whom they represent. However, this portrait is likely inspired by King Hiero II of Syracuse or a member of his family. Hiero II initially supported Carthage but later allied himself with Rome. After his death in 215 BC, his grandson Hieronymus ascended the throne. Hieronymus again sided with Carthage, ruled for barely more than a year, and was assassinated. His coins depict a youthful portrait very similar to the one on this Carthaginian piece.
The reverse of the coin symbolizes military power: it features two shields over a richly decorated galley. Some researchers suggest that the portrait could be that of Hasdrubal, the Carthaginian leader in Hispania who ruled until his assassination in 221 BC. Although there is no conclusive evidence, this hypothesis adds an interesting nuance to the possible interpretation of this coin. Est...4000,00.

Julian II Apostata. 9 Siliqua – 1½ Scripulum. 361-363 AD. Antioch. (Ric-VIII 207). (Depeyrot-17/1). Anv.: IVLIAN VS AVG, pearl-diademed, draped, and cuirassed bearded bust right. Rev.: VICTORIA ROMANORVM, Victory, seated right on cuirass, holding stylus and shield inscribed VOT/XX in two lines; shield supported by small genius; ANT. Au. 1,63 g.

Possibly struck as a donative on Julian's arrival in Antioch in the Summer of AD 362.

Some scratches. Very rare. Slabbed by NGC as Ch XF, Strike 5/5, Surface 1/5, Straightened. Est...4000,00.

Ferdinand VII (1808-1833). 1 escudo. 1810. Lima. JP. (Cal-1497). Au. Indigenous bust. Somewhat lustrous and with traces of toning, good strike except for small marks in obverse fields. Very few known specimens. Extremely rare, even more in this state of preservation. Slabbed by NGC as XF 40. This coin is exempt from any export license fee. Est...4000,00.

Philip II (1556-1598). 2 escudos. ND (1566-1587). Sevilla. (Cal-827). (Tauler-30). Au. 6,70 g. Square S/d to the left, value II to the right. No king’s ordinal in the legend. Shield and crown fully complete. Lovely color. Rare. Slabbed by NGC as AU 55. Ex Caballero de las Yndias, Áureo&Calicó (June 3, 2009), lot 1120, retains the auction lot-tag. Est...3000,00.

Ferdinand VI (1746-1759). 8 reales. 1750. Potosi. E/q. (Cal-501 var). (Lazaro-312, R4, die-match). Ag. 27,06 g. "Royal" type, (Galano). Typically thick but even flan with very bold and well-centered details nicely set off by contrasting toning, the inevitable hole (in this case to left of cross / right of pillars) plugged with the details recreated on both sides, very clear E/q over-assayer at top right not noted on label and in fact overlooked also by Lázaro. Rare. Slabbed by NGC as XF Details, Plugged. Est...4500,00.

Philip II (1556-1598). 2 escudos. 1590. Sevilla. (Cal-833). (Cal 2008-67, Plate coin). (Tauler-38). Au. 6,76 g. S/II/d square to the left, four-digit date to the right, vertically. Very sharp strike on a somewhat irregular flan. Lovely reddish patina. Rare. Slabbed by NGC as MS 62 (Top Pop), the finest known in the NGC and PCGS census. The second best is certified in AU 53. Ex Soler&Llach (10/15/2015), lot 525. Est...2500,00.

Philip V (1700-1746). 2 escudos. 1740/39. Santa Fe de Nuevo Reino. M. (Cal-1958). (Tauler-301a, Plate coin). (Restrepo-M80-12). Au. 6,74 g.
Full date, a bit weak in the middle but with bold 0/9 at end, good but double-struck full cross, choice full shield with bold F to left and weak M to right. Large flan. Nice color.

This same specimen is referenced by Rafael Tauler Fesser in his excellent catalog Oro Macuquino. Very rare.

Slabbed by PCGS as AU 55 (Top Pop), the finest known in the NGC and PCGS census.

Ex UBS Auction 43 (17/9/97), lot 2151. Ex Daniel F. Sedwick 10 (25-26/10/2011), lot 79 (retains the auction lot-tag; Ex S. P. Rutherford Collection. This coin is exempt from any export license fee. Est...4000,00.

Ferdinand VII (1808-1833). 8 reales. 1828. Manila. (Cal-1303). (Km-24). Ag. Issued by decree of 13 October 1828. Type I Manila countermark (Spanish Philippines), with serrated borders and reverse legend; dies prepared by Don Benito de los Reyes, on a Peruvian 8 reales minted in Lima in 1827-JM. Very rare. Slabbed by PCGS as F 15, C/S on Peru 8R. Est...4000,00.