Posted 03/19/2015 3:51 pm
I have an 8 Reales Mexico with similar "scratches" which have been attributed to die polishing marks. As the marks on this coin dont degrade the portrait or other raised surfaces, for now I will go with that explanation on this coin. Victoria's portrait appears flawless, but I don't have it in hand yet.
A note from the seller tells me he has had the coin in his collection for 30 years and it was in this condition when he bought it.
I thought for <$40 it was worth a shot. I'll let my kids deal with it when I'm gone :)
A note from the seller tells me he has had the coin in his collection for 30 years and it was in this condition when he bought it.
I thought for <$40 it was worth a shot. I'll let my kids deal with it when I'm gone :)
