Lot 1345
Sale 129 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
Italy, Sicily (as a kingdom), Philip IV of Spain, (1621-1665), silver 4 Tari, 28mm, (10.55 g), Messina mint, dated 1649 FM, obv. Armored bust right. wearing ruff, around PHILIPP IIII D G, 4 dots below, rev. Crowned eagle facing with wings spread, head left, REX SICILIAE 1649, (MIR 350/20; KM.21 Spahr 22). Crudely struck, otherwise very fine and very scarce.
Ex Dr L.J. Sherwin Collection, previously from Colonial Coins and Medals, list 25, July 31, 1996 (item 1519).
- Estimate
- $150
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $240