ITALY, Venezia (Venice). Paolo Renier. 1779-1789. AR Osella (31mm, 9.53 g, 12h). Commemorating the bombardments of Sfax and Bizerte in North Africa. Dated RY 8 and 1786 FMR. EF.Electronic Auction 563 World, Silver Estimate: $ 750 |
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ITALY, Venezia (Venice). Paolo Renier. 1779-1789. AR Osella (31mm, 9.53 g, 12h). Commemorating the bombardments of Sfax and Bizerte in North Africa. Dated RY 8 and 1786 FMR. La Serenissima, armored, standing facing, holding sword and shield / Legend in five lines within wreath. Paolucci, Zecca 269; Werdnig 267. Toned, a few minor marks underneath, traces of mount, hints of luster. EF. |