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Milanese 16th Century

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The image depicts a coin with the profile of a man wearing traditional attire reminiscent of Renaissance armor. The man has a distinctive jawline and a prominent nose, with textured hair. Inscriptions surrounding the profile and the metallic material of the coin suggest historical importance. The sculpture is finely detailed, emphasizing the man's facial features and attire.

Galeazzo Maria Sforza, 1444-1476, 5th Duke of Milan 1466 [obverse]

Milanese 16th Century

This is an ornate helmet made of dark metal with gold-colored details. It features intricate designs and patterns throughout, including symmetrical swirling and floral designs, as well as designs on the faceguard that look similar to an animal’s face, including a snarling mouth and eye holes. The lighting emphasizes the embossed and engraved elements of the helmet.

"The Morosini Helmet" (visored burgonet)

Milanese 16th Century

This is a photograph of an old coin with a detailed profile embossment. The coin features a profile of a distinguished male figure with a beard and a hat, adorned in period clothing with detailed sleeves. The outer edge of the coin contains an inscription in a circular arrangement. The patina on the coin suggests age, giving it a rusted, brown coloration with smooth and worn areas highlighting the raised details. There are two small holes at the top and bottom of the coin.

Jean de Lorraine, 1498-1550, Cardinal 1518 [obverse]

Milanese 16th Century

This is a photograph of an ancient coin. The image shows a coin with a detailed profile of a person's head in the center, surrounded by a circle of inscribed text along the circumference. The profile is intricately engraved, showcasing medium-length, wavy hair and the outline of a garment with a discernible collar. The text on the coin appears to be in a classical style, possibly Latin. The detailed craftsmanship suggests the coin is from a historical period when coins often featured prominent leaders or significant figures of the time. The lighting emphasizes the embossed features of the coin, highlighting the relief work against a darker background.

Giangaleazzo Maria Sforza, 1469-1494, 6th Duke of Milan 1476 [obverse]

Milanese 16th Century