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Medal - Faustina Bordoni, soprano
| Location | Venice |
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| Year | 1723 |
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| Period | 18th century |
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| Obverse description | Draped bust of Faustina Bordoni facing right, wearing a pearl necklace and an elaborate coiffure with floral ornament. The legend FAVSTINA BORDONI arcs around the upper field, with the engraver's signature IOS. BROCCETTI in the lower left field. |
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| Reverse description | A sailing vessel with Ulysses and his companions occupies the left portion of the field, while a Siren rises from the turbulent sea to the right, her arms outstretched toward the ship. The circular Latin legend reads around the upper border, with the date MDCCXXIII appearing at the lower right. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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