ITALY, Papale (Stato pontificio). Nicholas V. 1447-1455. Æ Medal (43mm, 47.40 g, 12h). Holy Year issue. By Girolamo Paladino. Dated 1450 (though a 19th century restrike of a circa 1664 original).Electronic Auction 490 Merani Collection – World Medals, Bronze Sold For $ 110. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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ITALY, Papale (Stato pontificio). Nicholas V. 1447-1455. Æ Medal (43mm, 47.40 g, 12h). Holy Year issue. By Girolamo Paladino. Dated 1450 (though a 19th century restrike of a circa 1664 original). Bust left, wearing mantum and Papal tiara / Pope kneeling left, closing Porta Santa (Holy Door), surrounded by attendants. Modesti 39. Brown surfaces, small spots of green. Good VF. |