CNG 102, Lot: 1341. Estimate $750. Sold for $800. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

ITALY, Venezia (Venice). Andrea Gritti. 1523-1538. AV Scudo d’oro (26mm, 3.39 g, 12h). Cross fleurée; pinecone at end of each bar / Shield displaying Lion of St. Mark. CNI VII 321; cf. Papadopoli 11-12 and 14-15 (for type); Paolucci 3; Friedberg 1448. EF, lightly toned.