Jean-Louis de Nogaret de la Valette, Duke of Épernon, colonel general of infantry (1554–1642) 1607

This 1607 silver medal by Guillaume Dupré depicts Jean-Louis de Nogaret de la Valette, Duke of Épernon, a prominent French military and political figure. The medal is a circular relief portrait, showing the Duke in profile with his right ear visible. His face is rendered with detail, displaying a strong jawline and thick beard. The inscription around the edge identifies the Duke and his title as "Colonel General of Infantry." Dupré, known for his medals, captured the Duke's likeness with a sense of realism common to the Baroque era. The medal is a valuable historical artifact, providing insight into the life and appearance of this important French figure.