★ Well Struck and Toned ★

ITALY, Venice. Giovanni Soranzo, 1312-1328. Grosso (Silver, 21 mm, 2.05 g, 6 h). IO SVPANTIO / DVX / S M VENETI The doge, on the left, standing facing, receiving banner from Saint Mark, on the right, standing facing, holding book of Gospels in left hand. Rev. IC - XC Christ, nimbate, seated facing on throne and holding book of Gospels with both hands. Paolucci 2. Toned and well struck. Minor marks, otherwise, extremely fine.