ITALY. Bozzolo. Scipione Gonzaga, 1613-1670. 8 Soldi (Billon, 27.5 mm, 3.21 g, 10 h), Bozzolo, no date (1636-1670). SCI•D•G•DUX•SABL•S•R•I•E•BO•PR Cuirassed and draped bust of Scipione Gonzaga to left with ruffled collar. Rev. MONETA•NOVA•DA•SOLDI•OTTO Crowned coat of arms. Bellesia 56 var. Bignotti 31 var. CNI -. KM 64 var. MIR 72 var. Extremely rare. Holed and somewhat rough, otherwise, very fine.


This exceptionally rare and relatively well-preserved coin, struck from dies engraved by Joseffo Teseo, dates back to the second period of Scipio Gonzaga's reign as Prince of Bozzolo and Duke of Sabbioneta.