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8 Reales Potosi help

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Nog

Nog

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Hello,

I apologize if this topic is in other threads that I am not seeing. If so will you please point me there.

I purchased this coin in Cuzco in 2000. I am aware that there are many counterfeits of this type and am attempting to value it. It appears to be the Pillars and Waves variety of the 8 Reales from Potosi, but the date is not making sense to me. Can someone please weigh in on it. Thank you, Nog

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I am 99% sure your object is modern copy.  I don't have any reference books with me for comparison but the reverse design and the legend also looks wrong.  Also, look at the edge as it is far too smooth for what is normally a crudely struck coin.

Given the shape, I presume it's supposed to be a royal but these coins are either very scarce or rare.  Most are also holed and show more wear.

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