^Lot 150 MEXICO, Mexico City, cob 8 reales, Philip IV, assayer D.

MEXICO, Mexico City, cob 8 reales, Philip IV, assayer D. S-M18a; KM-45; Cal-Type 319. 26.65 grams. Exceptional example from this popular wreck with bold full oMD to left of choice full shield, the cross-lions-castles on the other side equally choice despite typically uneven thickness and as-made cupping, no corrosion, deeply toned all over. With original Spink box and certificate in like-new condition. Recovered from: "Lucayan Beach Wreck," sunk ca. 1628 off Grand Bahama Island