← Bolognese 16th Century

This is a photograph of an ancient coin. The coin is circular with a finely serrated rim and features intricate engravings on its surface. In the center, there is a seated figure surrounded by ornate patterns. The figure holds a staff or scepter in one hand. Around the figure, there is an inscribed border containing possible words or letters in a historic script. The bottom part of the coin displays a series of squares with small figures or embellishments inside each one. The coin's surface shows signs of wear and age.

Saint Petronius Enthroned above Arms of Cardinal Alidosi [reverse]

Bolognese 16th Century · Italian

16th century

Medium
silver giulio//Struck
Classification
Sculpture
Period
1401 to 1500
Image size
4688 × 4688px

Description

This is a photograph of an ancient coin. The coin is circular with a finely serrated rim and features intricate engravings on its surface. In the center, there is a seated figure surrounded by ornate patterns. The figure holds a staff or scepter in one hand. Around the figure, there is an inscribed border containing possible words or letters in a historic script. The bottom part of the coin displays a series of squares with small figures or embellishments inside each one. The coin's surface shows signs of wear and age.

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Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).

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