Clement VIII (Pope, 1592–1605) 1598

This small, round bronze medal, created by Italian artist Giorgio Rancetti in 1598, depicts Pope Clement VIII in profile. The work is a fine example of Renaissance portraiture and features a detailed rendering of the Pope's features and attire. The inscription around the rim identifies the subject as "Clement VIII, Pontiff, Year 7." The medal is a powerful testament to the artist's skill and the enduring legacy of the Pope.