ITALY, Venezia (Venice). Paolo Renier. 1779-1789. AR Osella (32mm, 9.70 g, 12h). Giacopo Foscarini, mintmaster. Dated RY 10 and 1788 GF. EF.Electronic Auction 556 The J. Eric Engstrom Collection: Venice, Silver Sold For $ 425. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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ITALY, Venezia (Venice). Paolo Renier. 1779-1789. AR Osella (32mm, 9.70 g, 12h). Giacopo Foscarini, mintmaster. Dated RY 10 and 1788 GF. La Serenissima seated right on throne with lion of St. Mark, holding gospels, at her feet; banners and cannons to right; G P in exergue / Legend in five lines within wreath. Paolucci, Zecca 271; Werdnig 269. Attractive iridescent toning, a few minor scratches and hairlines, usual weak strike at center. EF. |