MEXICO. 8 Escudos, 1822-Mo-J.M. Fr-59; KM-313.2. Augustin Iturbide I. Legend: AUGSTINUS. Bust right. Reverse: Eagle on cactus. Moderate surface handling marks. Attractive toning. Iturbide, a colonel in the Spanish infantry prior to Mexico's independence, fancied himself a Latin Napoleon, but soon was assassinated. Very Fine.
Estimated Value $1,200-1,500.
