Centenary of the founding of the Numismatic collections of the Brera, Milan

Medalist: Stefano Johnson Italian

20th century

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Title: Centenary of the founding of the Numismatic collections of the Brera, Milan
Artist: Medalist: Stefano Johnson (Italian, active by 1836)
Date: 20th century
Culture: Italian
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: 4 1/2 × 2 1/2 in. (11.5 × 6.4 cm)
Classification: Medals and Plaquettes
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Edward D. Adams, 1909
Object Number: 09.169
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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