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Coronation of King George IV [obverse]

Benedetto Pistrucci

National Gallery of Art

This is an image of a coin featuring a detailed profile of a man with curly hair adorned with a laurel wreath, facing left. The engraving shows intricate details in the hair and facial features. There is an inscription in Latin around the edge of the coin. The coin's metallic surface reflects light.

Artwork Details

Date
1821
Medium
silver
Dimensions
3636 × 3636 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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