Thesaurus ex Thesauro Palatino selectus, sive, Gemmarum et numismatum quae in electorali cimeliarchio continentur elegantiorum aere expressa, et convenienti commentario illustrata dispositio

Beger, Lorenz, 1653-1705 · 1685 · Heidelbergae : Typis Philippi Delborn · 65 pictures

Thesaurus ex Thesauro Palatino selectus is a 1685 Heidelberg catalogue by Lorenz Beger of ancient gems and coins in the Elector Palatine Carl's cabinet, printed for scholars and collectors. Its engraved plates show paired obverse and reverse coin designs with profile portraits, inscriptions in Latin and Greek, and small figures within circular borders, useful for designers seeking classical medallion layouts and lettering.

Carl, Elector Palatine, 1651-1685 -- Art collections · Numismatics, Ancient -- Early works to 1800 · Gems, Ancient -- Early works to 1800

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