ITALY, Papale (Stato pontificio). Gregory XIII. 1572-1585. Æ Medal (35mm, 16.55 g, 12h). Holy Year issue. By Gianfederico Bonzagni. Dated 1575 (though a later cast).Electronic Auction 490 Merani Collection – World Medals, Bronze Sold For $ 60. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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ITALY, Papale (Stato pontificio). Gregory XIII. 1572-1585. Æ Medal (35mm, 16.55 g, 12h). Holy Year issue. By Gianfederico Bonzagni. Dated 1575 (though a later cast). Bust left, wearing mantum and zucchetto / Gregory standing left, opening Porta Santa (Holy Door) with pick; attendants and worshippers around; angels above. Modesti 710. Brown surfaces. VF. |