Summary
Copy of a medal of Luigi d'Este, Cardinal; Bishop of Ferrare, Archbishop of d'Auch. The original medal by Pastorino of Siena, was cast in about 1554. This uniface electrotype copy was made circa 1881 by Robert Ready. This uniface electrotype copy was made circa 1881 at British Museum by Robert Ready from a lead cast from the collection of George III held by that museum (Reg: G3,FerrM.85). The electrotype is copper plated and toned.
Obverse Description
Bust of Luigi facing left in tunic and cloak, bare-headed; around, ALOYSIVS ESTENSIS; incuse on bust truncation, . 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
40 mm (Outside Diameter)
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Shape
Round
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References
King's Gallery Catalogue No. 242 British Museum Reg: G3,FerrM.85
[Book] Keary, C F. 1881. Guide to the Italian medals exhibited in the King's library., 68 Pages
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