(◊) ITALY. Papal (States of the Church). Scudo, 1846-R. Rome Mint.

(◊) ITALY. Papal (States of the Church). Scudo, 1846-R. Rome Mint. Sede Vacante. NGC Unc Details--Reverse Cleaned. KM-1335; Ber-3295; Gig-2; Pag-302. Engraver: Niccolò Cerbara. Rare, with a low mintage of only 4,000 pieces. A breathtaking MS specimen with an original violet patina surrounding the radiant dove of the Holy Spirit on the obverse. The coin likely sat in a cabinet with the reverse sliding on felt whenever the drawer was pulled out. The reverse still retains beautiful details, luster, and color. Struck during the brief period of 'Sede Vacante' from 1 June to 16 June 1846, when Pope Gregory XVI died and Pius IX had yet to be elected. Cardinal Tommaso Riario Sforza led the administration during this time. Estimate: €700 - €1,000. (◊) This lot has been consigned from the European Union and will be shipped or picked up from our Denmark office once the auction concludes. Item is subject to full VAT for non-VAT registered entities or individuals who take delivery of lots within EU countries. For buyers taking possession in Denmark, the lot is subject to margin scheme taxation (in Danish “brugtmoms”). All lots shipped to countries outside of the E.U. will be billed an additional one-half percent (1/2%) for insurance (minimum of €10). For any lots delivered outside of Denmark the declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price plus its buyer’s premium. Buyer shall be responsible for paying all applicable taxes, duties, and customs charges for all lots delivered outside Denmark. Please see Terms and Conditions. Click here for certification details from NGC.

Estimate:$471.51

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