ITALY. Renaissance Cast Bronze Helen of Troy Medal, ND (ca. 1550).
45.9 mm; 34.8 gms. Molinari-29; Bargello II-386. Bust near facing, head to left, ringlets to either side of neck, Greek legend around; Reverse: Paris receives an apple from Mercury as cupid prepares to launch an arrow at him. Pleasing olive brown patina with lighter touches to the highest points. VERY FINE.