From where is this coin?

Discussion in 'World Coins' started by Franklin GE, Oct 14, 2008.

  1. Franklin GE

    Franklin GE New Member

    Hi
    Do you know from where is this coins? I can´t find it in the catalog.
    I friend tell me that is from Bolivia, potosi.
    Can you tell me the KM number.
    Thanks:thumb:


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    Franklin GE, Oct 14, 2008
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  3. acanthite

    acanthite ALIIS DIVES

    That particular reverse using cross potent with the fleur-de-lis was not used in Potosi as far as I can tell. The only similar (but not identical) reverse design was used in Mexico City in the early 1700's. In any case, the obverse shield is incorrect for that time period. So I don't think its real.
     
    acanthite, Oct 14, 2008
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  4. HandsomeToad

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    HandsomeToad, Oct 14, 2008
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  5. acanthite

    acanthite ALIIS DIVES

    Sort of...except that I was guessing the coin is meant to be silver.
     
    acanthite, Oct 14, 2008
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  6. GDJMSP

    GDJMSP Numismatist Moderator

    Have to agree, the coin is not genuine. The cross potent was used on some silver coinage from the Lima mint and the Potosi mint, but never with that design.
     
    GDJMSP, Oct 14, 2008
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  7. FreakyGarrettC

    FreakyGarrettC Wise young snail

    It still looks cool. Even if it doesnt have any value.
     
    FreakyGarrettC, Oct 14, 2008
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  8. De Orc

    De Orc Well-Known Member

    It might well have value if it is a contempory forgery and not a modern one :D
     
    De Orc, Oct 15, 2008
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