Antique Italy bronze Jesus medal 16th Century Rare Hebrew Inscription Messiah
Description -
Antique Italy bronze Jesus medal 16th Century Rare Hebrew Inscription Messiah
obverse: left facing Christ, on either side. reverse: 5-line Hebrew legend (with incorrect letters) based on Hill p.50 ex. 2a (but "Adam" twice)
: משיח | מלך בא בש | לום ואדמ א | דם עשוי | חי.
Portrait of Christ said to be of Venetian School; medal issued in 16th Century to Jewish converts to Christianity.
Dimensions -
Height: 3.5 cm
Width: 3.5 cm
Weight: 16 grams