ITALY, Toscana (Grand Duchy). Francesco I de Medici. 1574-1587. AR Mezzo giulio (23mm, 1.34 g, 6h). First series. Firenze (Florence) mint. VF.

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Lot: 887.

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Estimate: $ 100

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ITALY, Toscana (Grand Duchy). Francesco I de Medici. 1574-1587. AR Mezzo giulio (23mm, 1.34 g, 6h). First series. Firenze (Florence) mint. Crowned coat-of-arms / St. John the Baptist standing right, raising hand in benediction and holding long cross. MIR 193/2. Toned with golden highlights, a few light scratches, delamination on reverse. VF.

From the J. Eric Engstrom Collection, purchased form Numismatica Fiorentina.


Closing Date and Time: 1 May 2024 at 14:55:20 ET.

All winning bids are subject to a 20% buyer’s fee.