ITALY. Mantova (Duchi). Francesco II Gonzaga, 1484–1519. Doppio Sesino (Billon, 17 mm, 0.94 g, 8 h). FR MAR MANTVE IIII Cuirassed bust of Francesco II Gonzaga to left. Rev. XPI IHESV SANGVINIS / MANT Female seated left on harness and shields, holding pyx in her right hand. Biaggi 1163. MIR 428. Beautifully toned. Good very fine.
From the collection of Dr. Max Blaschegg (1930-2021, with collector's ticket), privately acquired from Dr. F. Sternberg on 4 June 1982, previously privately acquired from Münzen & Medaillen AG (with original dealer's ticket) and from the collection of Dr. A. Voirol (1884-1967).