ITALY, Papal (Papal state). Urban VIII. 1623-1644. AR Testone (29mm, 9.66 g, 1h). Holy Year issue. Rome mint. Dated RY 2 and 1625. Near EF.Electronic Auction 557 The J. Eric Engstrom Collection: Papal, Silver Sold For $ 190. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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ITALY, Papal (Papal state). Urban VIII. 1623-1644. AR Testone (29mm, 9.66 g, 1h). Holy Year issue. Rome mint. Dated RY 2 and 1625. Crossed keys surmounted by papal tiara over coat-of-arms / Porta Santa (Holy Door). MIR 1667/4; Muntoni 49I; Berman 1717; KM 146. Richly toned with iridescent highlights, areas of flat strike, flan flaws, double struck, slightly irregular flan. Near EF. A wonderful example with significant eye appeal. |