Medal - The Genius of Michelangelo Pieta of Florence

Location United States (US territories United States)
Year
Type Collection medallion
Composition Silver (.925)
Weight 35.72 g
Diameter 45 mm
Thickness 3 mm
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Edge Plain with inscription
Period
Notice
Reference(s) Franklin#GMS-59
Obverse description Reproduction of Michelangelo`s marble statue `The Deposition`, also known as `The Lamentation over the Dead Christ`. The body of Jesus Christ taken down from the cross is observed by Nicodemus or possibly by Joseph of Arimathea and is flanked by Mary Magdalene on the left and Virgin Mary on the right. Engraver`s name in lower left.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering P. MONASSI
Reverse description Face of Michelangelo at center of star in geometric pattern, surrounded by legend text
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering Pieta of Florence - Sorrow for death is transmuted into a divine beatitude -
Mintage
Numisquare ID 6739675280
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