Portugal
Joao III gold Sao Vicente ND (1555-57) Lisbon mint, Fr-31, Gomes J3-181.04, XF, tooled. A charming type featuring St. Vincent, the patron saint of Lisbon, bearing a palm frond and holding a ship aloft. The flan is wavy and has been lightly tooled in some of the fields while the design is well-defined. Protected areas harbor light tone and traces of remaining mint luster.
Estimate: 3000-4000 USD