Lorenz Truchsess von Pommersfelden, 1473-1543, Dean of the Cathedral of Mainz [obverse] 

This silver medal, created by German Renaissance artist Matthes Gebel, depicts Lorenz Truchsess von Pommersfelden, Dean of the Cathedral of Mainz. The medal features a detailed profile portrait of the subject, with a strong emphasis on the face and a carefully rendered inscription around the rim. This is a prime example of Renaissance portraiture, showcasing a combination of realism and idealized beauty that was characteristic of the period.