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Inscription in a Laurel Wreath [reverse]

Leone Leoni

National Gallery of Art

The image displays an embossed sculpture on a coin with the text "CHANDOR" and "ILLE SIS" at the center. The coin is golden-brown in color and appears to be made of a metal alloy like bronze. It features intricate detailing including decorative motifs such as leaves and floral elements symmetrically arranged around the text. The edge of the coin has a border with small circular beads or dots. The coin has a historical and artistic design typical of ceremonial coins.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1547
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3409 × 3379 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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