7/24/12 Report - Carlos II Cobs From 1715 Fleet Beaches

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According to Wikipedia, Charles II (or perhaps more correctly, Carlos II) ruled Spain from November 1661 through November 1700.  His name appeared on New World coinage during much of that period, while immediately before and after that, you'll see King Philip indicated on the cobs.  The transition was