Giangaleazzo Maria Sforza, 1469-1494, 6th Duke of Milan 1476 [obverse]

Milanese 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of an ancient coin. The image shows a coin with a detailed profile of a person's head in the center, surrounded by a circle of inscribed text along the circumference. The profile is intricately engraved, showcasing medium-length, wavy hair and the outline of a garment with a discernible collar. The text on the coin appears to be in a classical style, possibly Latin. The detailed craftsmanship suggests the coin is from a historical period when coins often featured prominent leaders or significant figures of the time. The lighting emphasizes the embossed features of the coin, highlighting the relief work against a darker background.