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5 Grossi - Monteriggioni - 1554

Location Italy
Year 2012
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Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
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Obverse description Central field features a large Gothic letter S within a quatrefoil ornamental frame, surrounded by an elaborate foliate border. The circular legend reads SENA VETUS CIVITAS VIRGINIS, referencing Siena as the ancient City of the Virgin, separated by a cross.
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Obverse lettering SENA VETUS CIVITAS VIRGINIS +
Reverse description Central device depicts the fortified walls and gateway tower of Monteriggioni in relief, with crenellated walls extending to either side. The name MONSREGIONIS arcs across the top in Gothic script, while a ribbon scroll in the lower field bears the founding date A.D. MCCXIII.
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