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NYINC Signature Sale 3037 Sess. 2-4 5 January 2015
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Papal States. Pius VI gold 10 Zecchini 1786 Anno XII AU58 NGC, Bologna mint, KM309, Fr-390. A choice example of this large and impressive gold type with aged patina accented by appreciable auburn highlights. Featuring elaborate design motifs, especially the reverse imagery of St. Petronius seated on a cloud, flanked by shields. A few minor blemishes are present, but to be expected on a piece of this size and age. All in all, a visually captivating piece, nearly mint-state, and quite impressive.
Estimate: 6000-8000 USD
Papal States. Pius VI gold 10 Zecchini 1786 Anno XII AU58 NGC, Bologna mint, KM309, Fr-390. A choice example of this large and impressive gold type with aged patina accented by appreciable auburn highlights. Featuring elaborate design motifs, especially the reverse imagery of St. Petronius seated on a cloud, flanked by shields. A few minor blemishes are present, but to be expected on a piece of this size and age. All in all, a visually captivating piece, nearly mint-state, and quite impressive.
Estimate: 6000-8000 USD