Nicol Contarini (1630-1), Osella, (1630), Anno I, rev. the Virgin and Child above a temple, the Doge kneeling below (CNI.83; Jes.136; Pa.113 (R3)), small plug behind the Doge, fine/very fine, rare
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Nicol Contarini (1630-1), Osella, (1630), Anno I, rev. the Virgin and Child above a temple, the Doge kneeling below (CNI.83; Jes.136; Pa.113 (R3)), small plug behind the Doge, fine/very fine, rare
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On the foundation of Longhena's church of Our Lady of Good Health, dedicated to avert a plague rife in Venice that year. The only Osella issued by this Doge.