Venice. Alvise Mocenigo III gold Osella of 4 Zecchini Anno III (1724) MS61 NGC, KM-Unl., Fr-1378, Paolucci II-381. 13.93gm. Of advanced preservation and eye appeal, this multiple Zecchini simply does not disappoint, pushing the bounds of what can reasonably be expected not only for this date, but the type on its whole. Osellas were traditionally struck for presentation by the Doge of Venice to important officials and dignitaries, rendering them both highly historical as well as aesthetically impressive, owing to the attention to detail that accompanied their production. A strike in gold, then, is arguably the apex of desirability, and very few such issues survive in higher conditional tiers. On offer is a brilliant survivor whose glistening fields radiate upon rotation, projecting the firmly struck motifs higher when viewed in hand. Of the utmost importance and a prime candidate for placement by a discerning collector. HID09801242017 © 2023 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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