Federigo II Gonzaga, 1500-1540, 5th Marquess of Mantua 1519 and 1st Duke of Mantua 1530 [obverse]

Giovanni Maria Pomedelli

National Gallery of Art

This is an image of an ancient coin. The coin features a detailed profile relief of a figure with curly hair and a regal or militaristic outfit adorned with a row of circular embellishments. The border of the coin contains inscribed text describing the figure. The surface of the coin shows signs of age with a patina giving it a brownish and reddish tint. The craftsmanship exhibits a high level of detail, particularly in the depiction of the figure's facial features and attire, indicating the coin's historical significance.