ITALY. Papal States. Pius III (Francesco Todeschini Piccolomini), "1503". Medal (Bronze, 43.5 mm, 34.88 g, 12 h), a modern restrike, by Girolamo Paladino (1647-1689). PIVS * III * PONT * MAX * - *·M·D·III·* Bare-headed bust of Pius III to right, wearing stola. Rev. * GLORIA * SENE-NSI * · * D * C * PICCOLOMINI * Tiara and crossed keys over shield. Lincoln 415. Extremely fine.

From the Dr. Pelc Dens Sapientiae Collection, USA, ex Classical Numismatic Group E210, 13 May 2009, 357, and the Luparello Collection of Papal Medals and Bullae.