ITALY. Parma. Ottavio Farnese Bronze Medal, ND (ca. 1524). Ottavio Farnese (1547-86).
29.4 mm; 12.9 gms. Attwood-956. By Bonzagna. Cuirassed draped bust left, legend around; Reverse: Apollo raising his right hand towards Marsyas, tied to a tree trunk at left, legend around. An early cast with beautiful brown patina and relatively sharp details. BOLD VERY FINE.
Estimate: $300.00- $500.00