Gregory XVI, Bartolomeo Alberto Cappellari of Belluno. Pope from 1831 to 1846. Protection and restoration of ancient monuments. Silver annual medal 1835 Year V. By Giuseppe Girometti. (Silver, 43.61mm, 33.07 g). GREGORIVS XVI PONT MAX A V Bust left with zucchetto, mozzetta and stole decorated with spirals plant; below the shoulder cut, GIROMETTI F. Rev. Perspective view of the temple of Antoninus Pius and Faustina mother; in exergue, MONVM VET SERVATA MDCCCXXXV; below, G G. Boccia 64. Bartolotti 1967, 835. Modesti 2009, 303. Patrignani 1929, 36. Small edge nicks, otherwise, Extremely Fine. Nice patina. 2858 silver specimens minted.

Ex Tkalec, May 7, 2008 part II, lot 765.

The majestic temple of Antoninus Pius and Faustina located in the Roman Forum was restored and transformed into a church, dedicated to S. Lorenzo Martyr and called "in Miranda". Very nice perspective on reverse and high relief.