Triton XVII, Lot: 1330. Estimate $3000. Sold for $2800. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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ITALY, Venezia (Venice). Francesco Loredano. 1752-1762. AR Osella (37mm, 9.87 g, 3h). Commemorating his Third Anniversary as Doge. Dated RY 3 and 1754 (
in Roman numerals). S. Marco enthroned right, blessing Doge, who kneels left, holding banner / Legend citing the gift of Francesco Loredano on his inception as Doge for the third year; above,
corno Ducale flanked by flowers; floral symbol below. CNI VIII 96; Paolucci,
Zecca –; Werdnig 235. EF, attractively toned. Attractive example.