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Rampant Lion on a Chain [reverse]

French 17th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a coin. The coin features a design with a lion standing on its hind legs with a detailed representation of its mane, alongside elements such as a chain beneath it, a flame to the left, and a crown to the right. The coin has inscriptions around the edges, reading "1614 Viconte De Tavannes" and "Ligne De Mirebet Marquis," with the word "Semper" above the lion. The surface of the coin appears to be metallic, possibly bronze, and it showcases a circular rim of dots.

Artwork Details

Date
1614
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
4816 × 4816 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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