Antinous, died A.D. 130, Favorite of the Emperor Hadrian [obverse]

Giovanni da Cavino

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a profile portrait of a man with curly hair, depicted in relief. His hair is styled, and he is wearing a draped garment fastened with a brooch. It is set on a round coin with raised letters encircling the portrait. The sculpture has a golden-brown color, suggesting it is made of bronze or a similar metal. The details are well-defined, with shadows accentuating the man's features. The overall appearance is that of a classical or ancient coin, with artistic and inscriptional elements conveying historical or cultural significance.