Summary
Copy of a medal of Giulio Giordani. The original medal, by Pastorino de'Pastorini was made in 1555. This Electrotype copy made circa 1881 by Robert Ready. The original medal from the collection of George III (Reg: G3,IP.477) was exhibited in the King's Library of the British Museum in 1881 and is No. 162 in the catalogue of that exhibition. It is thought that this electrotype was produced in association with that exhibition and publication and acquired by the National Gallery of Victoria where it was displayed in the late 1880s. (Note: the original medal is cast lead, this copy has been copper plated and toned).
Obverse Description
Bust of Giulio Giordani facing right in tunic, bare-headed; around, . IVLIO . GIORDANI ; incuse on bust truncation, 1555 . P .
Reverse Description
Plain
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Plain
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
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Dimensions
41 mm (Outside Diameter)
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Shape
Round
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References
King's Library No.162
[Book] Keary, C F. 1881. Guide to the Italian medals exhibited in the King's library., 52 Pages
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