ITALY. Papal States. Rome. St. Peters Basilica Silvered Bronze Medal, ND (1857). PCGS SPECIMEN-61. cf. Ross-M201 (for bronze issue); cf. von Hoydonck-152 (same); cf. Reinecke-50 (same). By J. Wiener. Diameter: 59mm. Obverse: Perspective view of the eastern facade of the exterior of the Basilica, from a viewpoint just to the left of center; Reverse: Perspective view of the interior looking down the nave toward the baldacchino. This stunning silvered medal offers intricate relief that is expected from Wiener medals. Some orange tone even coats the silver wash, indicating how little this piece has been handled.
