ITALY. Desana. Fiorino d'Oro (Ducat), ND (1598-1641). Antonio Maria Tizzone. NGC VF-35.
Fr-247; KM-49; Varesi-545. Weight: 3.26 gms. Obverse: Imperial double eagle, with crown above and orb on breast; Reverse: Coat-of-arms surmounted by crowned and crested helmet. Imitating the goldgulden of Deventer, this VERY RARE type does exhibit some minor striking weakness and handling, but nevertheless remains wholesome and without issue.
From the Augustana Collection.
Ex: Stack's (1/2008) Lot 2972 @ $3,500.
Ex: Kuenker 96 (9/2004) Lot # 4094 @ €5,000.
Estimate: $1500 - $3000