Italy
Papal States. Alexander VII gold "St. Peter's Basilica" Medal 1662-Dated AU Details (Mount Removed) NGC, cf. Lincoln-1214 (in bronze), Mazio-269, Bartolotti-E662. 39.44gm. By G. Morone. Exceedingly scarce, with only a small handful known or encountered at auction to date. The offering displays very gentle signs of a prior mount removal at the upper periphery, though exhibits sharp detail across bold motifs and glints of original luster evidenced throughout the fields. A fleeting opportunity for the specialized collector of Vatican medals!
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Estimate: 40000-60000 USD