ITALY, Papale (Stato pontificio). Gregory XIII. 1572-1585. Æ Medal (37mm, 27.27 g, 12h). Holy Year issue. By Lorenzo Fragni and Gianfederico Bonzagni. Dated 1575 (in Roman numerals, though an official 19th century restrike).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 (37mm, 27.27 g, 12h). Holy Year issue. By Lorenzo Fragni and Gianfederico Bonzagni. Dated 1575 (in Roman numerals, though an official 19th century restrike). Bust left, wearing mantum and zucchetto / Porta Santa (Holy Door). Modesti 728. Brown surfaces, diagnostic die break. Good VF. |