Philipp Melanchton 1543

This small bronze medal, created by the German Renaissance artist Friedrich Hagenauer in 1543, is a portrait of Philipp Melanchthon, a prominent German theologian and reformer. The obverse depicts a profile of Melanchthon with a beard, while the reverse side features inscriptions in Latin, including the year of the medal’s creation, 1543. This small-scale medal is a testament to the artistry and technical skill of Hagenauer and highlights the cultural and religious significance of figures like Melanchthon during the 16th century.