{"product_id":"1492-1503-gold-florin-alexander-vi-ngc-ms64-copy","title":"1492-1503 Gold Florin Alexander VI NGC MS64","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"457\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eStruck at the Rome Mint during the papacy of \u003cstrong data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"61\"\u003eAlexander VI\u003c\/strong\u003e (Rodrigo Borgia), this \u003cstrong data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"103\"\u003eDoppio Fiorino\u003c\/strong\u003e exemplifies the opulence and political ambition of the Renaissance Papacy.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAlexander VI's tenure (1492–1503) was marked by significant political maneuvering and the expansion of papal influence, aspects reflected in the grandeur of his coinage.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe Doppio Fiorino, or double florin, served both as a high-denomination currency and a statement of ecclesiastical authority. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"593\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eObverse\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eFeatures the \u003cstrong data-start=\"13\" data-end=\"35\"\u003epapal coat of arms\u003c\/strong\u003e of the Borgia family beneath the \u003cstrong data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"84\"\u003epapal tiara\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"120\"\u003ecrossed keys of Saint Peter\u003c\/strong\u003e, symbolizing the Pope's spiritual authority and temporal power.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe Latin legend \u003cem data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"42\"\u003e“ALEXANDER VI PONT MAX”\u003c\/em\u003e encircles the design, affirming his position as Pontifex Maximus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"731\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"606\"\u003eReverse\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eDepicts the \u003cstrong data-start=\"12\" data-end=\"40\"\u003eMiraculous Catch of Fish\u003c\/strong\u003e, illustrating Saint Peter in a boat hauling in a net filled with fish, a reference to his calling as a \"fisher of men.\"\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe inscription \u003cem data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"44\"\u003e“SANCTVS PETRVS ALMA ROMA”\u003c\/em\u003e emphasizes the sanctity of Saint Peter and the city of Rome. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"898\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eGraded \u003cstrong data-start=\"7\" data-end=\"19\"\u003eNGC MS64\u003c\/strong\u003e, this coin exhibits exceptional preservation with sharp details and lustrous surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe intricate designs are well-struck, and the fields retain a remarkable degree of original mint brilliance.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSuch high-grade examples are exceedingly rare, with few known specimens achieving this level of preservation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull weight but struck on a slightly irregular planchet. Tied for Finest Known! Extremely Rare.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIZE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67729100177578,"sku":"6682127-007","price":13973.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1602\/9059\/files\/6682127-007.jpg?v=1691511060","url":"https:\/\/bmcham.com\/products\/1492-1503-gold-florin-alexander-vi-ngc-ms64-copy","provider":"Hard Asset Management, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}