Minerva Armed [reverse] 1562

"Minerva Armed" is a bronze medal created by the Italian Renaissance artist Pier Paolo Galeotti in 1562. The medal depicts the Roman goddess Minerva standing in full armor, holding a spear and a shield, symbolizing wisdom and military strength. The inscription around the edge reads "Hoc SVM IN OMNI" meaning "I am in all." This small, intricate work of art, measuring only 3.73 centimeters in diameter, is a testament to Galeotti’s mastery of medallic art, a popular form of artistic expression during the Renaissance.