Reference:5232 Doge Pasquale Cicogna: Foundation of the fortress of Palmanova , 1593

The Lion of St Marks, his front left paw on a rocky shore-line, his raised right hand paw holding an upright sword. / The walls of the fortress, a large cross above.

Struck at the mint in Venice.

Bronze (19.50 grammes). 44 mm.

Condition: Very fine

Notes:

With a pleasant medium-brown patination.