ITALY. Papal States. 1/2 Scudo, 1823-B. Bologna Mint. Sede Vacante. PCGS MS-66 Gold Shield. KM-1291; Berman-3249. An incredibly SCARCE issue in high grades such as this Gem, offering deep gray surfaces and a vibrant, radiating luster. Exceeded in the PCGS census by just one example, this piece emanates from the sede vacante</em> period of nearly six weeks following the death of Pius VII and before the election of Pius VIII. From the Jasmine Collection.
