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Henri II, King of France (b. 1519; r. 1547–59)

 (French, ca. 1518–ca. 1583)
Datedated 1551
MediumSilver, struck
DimensionsDiam.: 1 3/8 in. (3.47 cm)
Credit LineGift of Stephen K. and Janie Woo Scher, 2021
Accession number2021.2.103
Commentary
Unless otherwise noted, the dimensions indicate the medal's diameter taken at the widest point.
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Bronze portrait medal of Henri II in classical dress (armor and a commander’s cape, clasped on …
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ca. 1552
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Loan
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