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Henri II, 1519-1559, King of France 1547 [obverse]

Etienne Delaune

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of an antique coin featuring an intricate profile engraving of a bearded man wearing a laurel wreath on his head, and ornate armor or garments. Around the edge, there is raised Latin text that reads "HENRICVS. II. FRANCOR. REX. INVICTISS." The border of the coin has small, raised dots. The surface of the coin has a weathered, metallic patina.

Artwork Details

Medium
bronze//Late cast
Dimensions
4573 × 4513 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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