ITALY, Papal (Papal state). Sixtus V. 1585-1590. Æ Medal (29mm, 12.22 g, 12h). By Lorenzo Fragni and Alessandro Cesati. Dated RY 1 (AD 1585), though an 18th century restrike. Choice EF.Electronic Auction 564 World Medals, Bronze Sold For $ 275. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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ITALY, Papal (Papal state). Sixtus V. 1585-1590. Æ Medal (29mm, 12.22 g, 12h). By Lorenzo Fragni and Alessandro Cesati. Dated RY 1 (AD 1585), though an 18th century restrike. SIXTVS · V · PONTIFEX · MAX ·, bust left, wearing tonsure and mantum; below, · ANN · I (floral spray) / Christ driving the money changers from the temple; in exergue. DOMVS · MEA · DOM/VS · ORATIONIS/ · VOC ·. CNORP 826. Brown surfaces. Choice EF. |