Reference:3975 Henry Newton, 1709

Draped bust of Newton, right, his hair long. The standing female figures of Pallas and Prudence, embracing; at their feet are musical instruments and the shield of Newton. Beyond, a stag, and in the distance, cities. By M. Sodani-Benzi. Copper, cast, 88 mm. (3.35 inches).

Condition: Nearly extremely fine.

Notes: Massimiliano Soldani-Benzi (1658-1740) was a medallist working in Florence, who produced a series of cast portrait medals, a small number of which relate to Britain. Sir Henry Newton (1651-1715) was ambassador for Queen Anne to the Genoese Republic, and, subsequently, to the Grand Duke of Tuscany. Would you please note that you are in the ARCHIVE page of the website, where all sold items are placed. For items that are still available, please go to the menu opposite and click on MEDALS & MEDALLIC ART.