ANCIENT THEMES. Homer. Circa 8th century BC. Cast Æ “Medallion” (36mm, 22.05 g, 8h). Paduan type. Mid quality cast after Giovanni da Cavino, 1500-1570. VF.Electronic Auction 561 World Medals, Bronze Sold For $ 90. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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ANCIENT THEMES. Homer. Circa 8th century BC. Cast Æ “Medallion” (36mm, 22.05 g, 8h). Paduan type. Mid quality cast after Giovanni da Cavino, 1500-1570. OMH POC, bareheaded and draped bust right / Mars, making gesture of address, standing facing with eagle at feet; to left, female figure seated right, holding cornucopia; to right, male figure seated facing, holding spear and shield, winged figure to left;, below, seated figures of Terra and Oceanus with suitable monsters. Johnson & Martini 1235-8. Brown surfaces, light roughness. VF. |