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NYINC Signature Sale 3071 6-7 Jan 2019
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Jean Parisot de Valette 4 Tari ND (1557-1568) MS62 NGC, Schembri-2. A magnificent depiction and undoubtedly one of the finest of the type, the portrayal of John the Baptist and his severed head on a platter is expressed with gratifying detail. Soft ashen tone is balanced well throughout and interplays nicely with a lovely underlying luster providing a rolling glint that acts to enliven the surfaces. A planchet flaw is noted at the 11 o'clock position but is wholly original and does little to deter from the irrefutable allure of this piece.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 2000-2500 USD
Jean Parisot de Valette 4 Tari ND (1557-1568) MS62 NGC, Schembri-2. A magnificent depiction and undoubtedly one of the finest of the type, the portrayal of John the Baptist and his severed head on a platter is expressed with gratifying detail. Soft ashen tone is balanced well throughout and interplays nicely with a lovely underlying luster providing a rolling glint that acts to enliven the surfaces. A planchet flaw is noted at the 11 o'clock position but is wholly original and does little to deter from the irrefutable allure of this piece.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 2000-2500 USD