Louis XIV: The Battle of Saint Gotthard, 1664 1700 - 1715

This bronze medal by Pierre Aury, created between 1700 and 1715, features a profile portrait of Louis XIV, King of France. The image depicts the monarch in full regalia, with his elaborate wig and a richly ornamented armor. The inscription, "LUD. XIII D. G. FR. ET NAV. REX" is written in Latin and translates to "Louis XIII, by the Grace of God, King of France and Navarre." The medal commemorates the Battle of Saint Gotthard, a military engagement that took place in 1664, highlighting Louis XIV's powerful image and his significant role in the French monarchy.