Italy - Venetian Republic 1367-1382 Billon Tornesello
Offered is a charming billon Tornesello coin issued under the leadership of Doge Andrea Contarini, who reigned from 1367-1382, Paolucci#6. The obverse depicts a cross pattée, with inscription ‘+ ANDR QTAR DUX,’ and the reverse bears the winged lion of San Marco, seated facing, holding a book, surrounded by inscription ‘+ VEXELIFER VENETIA.’
This piece is sharply struck, especially on the reverse, and as such, retains well above average detail for the type. Although the flan displays slight irregularity, the deep, ebony patina lends this piece superior eye appeal. A choice example of a popular type.
Offered is a charming billon Tornesello coin issued under the leadership of Doge Andrea Contarini, who reigned from 1367-1382, Paolucci#6. The obverse depicts a cross pattée, with inscription ‘+ ANDR QTAR DUX,’ and the reverse bears the winged lion of San Marco, seated facing, holding a book, surrounded by inscription ‘+ VEXELIFER VENETIA.’
This piece is sharply struck, especially on the reverse, and as such, retains well above average detail for the type. Although the flan displays slight irregularity, the deep, ebony patina lends this piece superior eye appeal. A choice example of a popular type.
Offered is a charming billon Tornesello coin issued under the leadership of Doge Andrea Contarini, who reigned from 1367-1382, Paolucci#6. The obverse depicts a cross pattée, with inscription ‘+ ANDR QTAR DUX,’ and the reverse bears the winged lion of San Marco, seated facing, holding a book, surrounded by inscription ‘+ VEXELIFER VENETIA.’
This piece is sharply struck, especially on the reverse, and as such, retains well above average detail for the type. Although the flan displays slight irregularity, the deep, ebony patina lends this piece superior eye appeal. A choice example of a popular type.