Georg Olinger, 1487-1557, Apothecary [obverse] 1556

This 1556 silver medal by Joachim Deschler depicts Georg Olinger, an apothecary. The medal is a portrait, featuring a bust-length view of the sitter. The inscription along the rim provides the sitter's name and dates. The medal is a fine example of Renaissance portraiture, capturing Olinger's likeness with a level of detail that suggests a focus on realism. The use of silver and the careful craftsmanship highlight the sitter's social status and profession.