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Catherine de Medicis
| Location | France |
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| Type | Commemorative medal |
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| Obverse description | Left-facing bust of Catherine de Medici in high relief, depicted in Renaissance court attire with an elaborate ruff collar and jewelled necklace. The surrounding legend reads the dates 1547 and 1559 flanking her name, with fleur-de-lis ornaments at each side, and DYNASTIE DES VALOIS inscribed along the lower portion of the field. |
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| Reverse description | Central field features a crowned interlaced royal monogram in high relief, flanked by fleur-de-lis motifs, all within a beaded inner circle. The circular legend surrounding the design reads COLLECTION ROIS & REINES DE FRANCE, with mint marks visible at the base. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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