Christopher Eimer
Coins & Medals Bought and Sold est. 1971
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Medals
Reference:5697 Ottavio Duke of Parma and Farnese, c. 1570
Armoured bust fo Ottavio Farnese to left, the head in exceelent relief. /
Apollo and Syreus, captive.
A pearled border on both sides.
By Giovanni Federico Bonzagni.
Bronze. 30 mm.
Condition: Almost Extremely Fine
Notes:
Ottavio Farnese (1524-86). A nicely detailed early striking.
References:
Attwood 956; Bargelo 782 (cast)