Italy
Papal States. Sede Vacante Scudo 1829-R MS65 NGC, Rome mint, KM1303. Brightened by a generous amount of blush iridescence, this immense offering showcases a pleasing combination of dramatic tone along with intricate motifs that are rendered bold for the issue. A likely candidate for the prooflike designation, as the expansive fields give-off continuous reflectivity, highlighting the cardinal arms and obverse illustrations in the process. An impressive offering from start to finish, and according to the SCWC, one that shows a slight premium over its Bologna mint counterpart.
Estimate: 2000-3000 USD