Italian States: Florence. Michelangelo Buonarroti. Artist, 1475-1564. Gilt Copper Medal. Cf. Pollard 500 (for original); cf. Kress 429 (original). 35 mm, 21g. Commemorating the artist's 88th birthday. 19th century electrotype after an original by Leone Leoni, cast 1561. Draped bust right. Reverse ; Michelangelo in the guise of a blind man, holding water flask and staff, being led right by guide dog ("Faith"). Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $100 - 150
Ex The David Karpeles Collection.