Medal
15th century (made)
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This is a bronze medal made in the 15th century Italy. The obverse of this medal shows a bust of Pope Sixtus IV. with inscription and the reverse shows the Pope crowned by two saints, Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint Francis of Dominio.
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Materials and techniques | Bronze |
Brief description | Medal, bronze, Pope Sixtus IV./the Pope with St. Francis of Assisi and St. Francis of Dominio, Italian, 15th century |
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Object history | Purchased in Paris (Piot sale, 1864, 25-30 April) for 15s. 2d. |
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Summary | This is a bronze medal made in the 15th century Italy. The obverse of this medal shows a bust of Pope Sixtus IV. with inscription and the reverse shows the Pope crowned by two saints, Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint Francis of Dominio. |
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Accession number | 494-1864 |
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Record created | March 25, 2008 |
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