Honduras (Republic)
940. Honduras, copper-nickel pattern 1 real, 1870, Medina. KM-PN10. 11.86 grams. Mint State with light golden toning all over, no
problems. Estimate: $300-$450.
941. Honduras, 5 centavos, 1886, large pyramid, encapsulated NGC MS 64 (tied for finest known in NGC census).
KM-54. Prooflike luster, bold details but rims very crude (as made), very
rare grade. Estimate: $200-$300.
942. Honduras, 5 centavos, 1896/86, encapsulated NGC MS 62. KM-54. Prooflike and well struck for the issue, lightly toned, rare grade, the overdate very messy and obvious. Estimate: $200-$300.
Italian States Milan 943. Milan, Italy (under Spain), 1 filippo, Charles II, 1676. KM-92. 27.84 grams. XF+, well struck and lustrous but with small peck-
marks behind head, also slightly crude around the edge as usual due to uneven flan. Estimate: $400-$600.
Sardinia 944. Sardinia, Italian States, 5 lire, 1819. KM-113. 24.91 grams.
VF with good old toning, minor nicks on bust but nothing serious. Estimate: $300-$450.
Italy 945. Italy, 20 lire, 1928-R, year VI, war anniversary, encap-
sulated NGC AU 58. KM-70. Lustrous and practically wear-free, no
toning. Estimate: $300-$450.
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