Francesco in Armor on Horseback, Wielding Sword [reverse]

Milanese 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of an ancient gold coin. The coin is intricately designed with a raised relief depicting a knight in armor riding a horse. The knight holds a weapon and is clad in detailed medieval armor. The horse is adorned with a decorative cloth. Surrounding the central image is a circular inscription in a historical language. The coin is lustrous and richly textured, highlighting the craftsmanship involved in its creation.