Lot 2304

Sale 120 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Italy, Milan, Carlos V of Austria (1535-1556), silver testone or quarter scudi, (9.07 g), (CNI 13, Crippa 11). Nearly very fine/very fine, rare.

Ex D.Simpson Collection.

The reverse has the Pillars of Hercules above the Mediterranean and is one of the first instances of the "Plus Ultra" type reverse.

Estimate
$300
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$560

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