Andrea Matteo III d'Acquaviva, 1457-1528, Duke of Atri and Teramo 1481 [obverse]

Neapolitan 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The circular medal features a profile portrait of a human figure with shoulder-length hair facing to the right. The material appears to be dark and tarnished, likely bronze. The design on the medal shows the bust of the figure in relief. The edges of the medal have a raised border with inscriptions encircling the head, and there is a hole at the top, possibly for suspension. The craftsmanship suggests an ancient or Renaissance-era medallion.