Italian Colony. Vittorio Emanuele III silver Prova Rupia 1910-R MS64 NGC, Rome mint, KM-Pr8, Pag-393 (R2), Gig-P1 (R2). Modeled by the famed Luigi Giorgi who would gain immense prominence due to his designs utilized in the Chinese market, with those Patterns bearing his signature bringing vast sums. Presented here is an exceedingly coveted largest denomination of the series preserved to a near-Gem assignment. Boasting an attractive cabinet patina throughout that only gently mutes what would otherwise be booming luster, the piece at hand impresses from afar. Ex. Stack's Coin Galleries Mail Bid Sale (November 1990, Lot 1677) From the Meduno Collection of Italian Provas

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