Description
ITALY
Charles Albert of Savoy-Sardinia (1831–1849). Pair of silver and bronze medals, depicting the King’s visit to Valence, by F. Putinati, 1843, Turin.
Obverse: CARLO ALBERTO RE DI SARDEGNA. Bare head facing left; below, signature F. PUTINATI.
Rev. ONORATA / DALLA / SOVRANA PRESENZA / VALENZA RICONOSCENTE above the crowned coat of arms of the town of Valence; below, XXIX MAGGIO MDCCCXLIII.
numismatica-italiana.lamoneta.it W-MX51L3/1-2 and 1-1 – Turrichia 82; Silver and bronze – 29.77 g and 27.69 g – 39.8 mm – 12 h
From the private collection of the House of Savoy and H.R.H. Princess Marie Gabrielle of Savoy, daughter of Humbert II.
Only minimal signs of handling and a slight patina. Superb, in mint condition.
* Pursuant to Council Directive (EU) 2022/542 of 5 April 2022, transposed into national law with effect from 1 January 2025, buyers from within the EU are required to pay 5.5% VAT on the hammer price of this lot.
* Pursuant to Council Directive (EU) 2022/542 of 5 April 2022, which comes into force in national law on 1 January 2025, the successful bidder from the EU must also pay 5.5% VAT on this lot.
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