Saint Veronica [obverse] c. 1675

This gold medal, created by Italian artist Giovanni Martino Hamerani around 1675, depicts Saint Veronica. The medal is oval-shaped and features a detailed relief sculpture of Saint Veronica holding a veil with the image of Christ's face imprinted on it, a significant image from the Christian faith. Saint Veronica is shown standing in a landscape with a tree to the right, and the image of Christ is depicted on the veil, creating a powerful and devotional scene. The medal likely served as a religious pendant, a symbol of faith and devotion.