This is a photograph of an old coin. The image shows a circular metal coin with intricate detailing. The center of the coin features a shield divided into four quarters, with various symbols in each quarter. Above the shield is a crown and around it are decorative elements including foliage. The edge of the coin has inscribed text in an old-style font, encircling the shield and crowning design. The texture of the coin suggests it is made from a metal material.

Crowned Shield [reverse]

1494/1500

Medium: silver testoon//Struck
Classification: Sculpture
Period: 1401 to 1500
Image size: 4088 × 4088px

Description

This is a photograph of an old coin. The image shows a circular metal coin with intricate detailing. The center of the coin features a shield divided into four quarters, with various symbols in each quarter. Above the shield is a crown and around it are decorative elements including foliage. The edge of the coin has inscribed text in an old-style font, encircling the shield and crowning design. The texture of the coin suggests it is made from a metal material.

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