Mexico: Philip V gold "Royal" 8 Escudos 1715 Mo-J AU58 NGC,...

Description

A Classic Gold Issue

Philip V gold "Royal" 8 Escudos 1715 Mo-J AU58 NGC, Mexico City mint, KM, Onza-399 (this coin). Essentially Mint State with minor edge faults at 3 o'clock and mild handling marks defining the grade, yet retaining strong luster and with a nearly impeccable strike, showing almost imperceptible doubling in the legends and good eye-appeal. Mexican gold round presentation pieces are rightfully considered one of the most desirable and important of the entire Spanish American series, with demand always outstripping the scant supply. The present 1715-J is decidedly more elusive than the "usual" 1714-J date for the post-1713 "fine" type, with only four examples noted by K. Ponterio in his thorough census of known Mexican "Royal" 8 Escudos (published in the auction catalog of Ponterio 4/2000 sale). All considered, a handsome representative of this very rare presentation type that must be considered among the most desirable gold coins in the world.

Metal: Gold
Weight: 27.0674g
AGW: 0.798oz

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