Modena 1739 scudo Dav-1392
This specimen was lot 32287 in Heritage sale 3041 (Chicago, August 2015), where it did not sell. The catalog description[1] noted, "Modena. Francesco III d'Este Scudo 1739 AU58 NGC. Spectacular from all angles, this broad specimen presents olive-tinged patination highlighted by a substantial amount of original luster that peeks through the legends and enshrouds the design elements in a subtle, golden glow. The Duke of Modena is well-styled, from the tight curls of his hair to the elegant draping of his ceremonial uniform, and the ornate shield upon the reverse is elaborately decorated and highly pleasing. For a type that is often encountered in grades of VF-EF, this nearly-Mint State selection stands out as far and above one of the nicest examples that we've seen. Currently the finest-known and only certified specimen of this singular issue, highly-desirable as such." The Este family managed to remain Dukes of Modena from the sixteenth century until the coming of Napoleon in 1796. At the time, 6 denari = 1 sesino, 2 sesini = 1 soldo, 20 soldi = 1 lira, 12 lire = 1 tallero or scudo.
Recorded mintage: unknown.
Specification: silver.
Catalog reference: Dav-1392; KM-C12.1.
- Davenport, John S., European Crowns, 1700-1800, 2nd Ed., London: Spink & Son, 1964.
- Michael, Thomas, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1701-1800, 7th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2016.
- [1]Bierrenbach, Cristiano, Warren Tucker and David Michaels, Heritage World & Ancient Coins Auction 3041, featuring the Eric Beckman Collection of Canadian Coins, the Kaiser Collection of German Gold Coins and the Rudman Collection of Mexican Coins, Part I, Dallas, TX: Heritage Auction Galleries, 2015.
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