Old Spanish Silver Cob

[UnderMiner]

I think it's a 1 Reale but unsure how old it is. Any ideas what year it may be from? Thanks

 

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[coachbedford]

Without visible numerals you generally have to go from style and a general time span. My best guess would be Mexico City cob 1 reale made between 1598 and 1665... maybe go as late as 1700.

 

[UnderMiner]

My best guess would be Mexico City cob 1 reale made between 1598 and 1665... maybe go as late as 1700.

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