Julius II (Giuliano della Rovere, 1443-1513), Pope 1503 [obverse] c. 1506

This bronze medal by Caradosso Foppa depicts a portrait of Pope Julius II (Giuliano della Rovere) in profile. Created around 1506, the medal features a detailed rendering of the Pope's face and attire, including his distinctive papal mitre. The inscription surrounding the portrait reads "Iulius II, Ligvr. Papa Secvndvs," which translates to "Julius II, Pope, Second of the Ligurian Line." This inscription underscores the Pope's lineage and his position as the head of the Catholic Church. The medal's small size, 5.68 cm in diameter, makes it a striking example of Renaissance portraiture in a miniature format.