Clement XI (Giovanni Francesco Albani, 1649-1721), Pope 1700 [obverse]

Giovanni Martino Hamerani

National Gallery of Art

The relief is on a coin featuring a profile portrait of an individual wearing a clerical hat with a textured pattern, possibly a papal tiara. The figure faces right with detailed features and garment. The material seems like bronze with a dark brown color and possible patina. Latin inscriptions "CLEM. XI" and "PONT. OPT. M." frame the head. The craftsmanship emphasizes depth and texture against the smooth, circular coin surface.