Summary
Copy of a medal depicting Alessandro Bonzagno on his 65th birthday. The original medal by Pastorino de' Pastorini in Ferrera in 1553. This uniface electrotype copy was made circa 1881 by Robert Ready. This electrotype copy was made circa 1881 at British Museum by Robert Ready from a cast lead piece out of the collection of George III held by that museum (Reg: G3,IP.145). The electrotype is copper plated and toned.
Obverse Description
Bust of Alessandro facing left, bearded, wearing a doublet, and a coat with a fur collar; around, . ALEX . BONZAN . A . A . LXV . 1553
Reverse Description
Plain
Edge Description
Plain
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
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Dimensions
53 mm (Outside Diameter)
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Shape
Round
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References
BMC Reg: G3,IP.145 King's Gallery Catalogue.140
[Book] Keary, C F. 1881. Guide to the Italian medals exhibited in the King's library., 49 Pages
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