195: AN 18K GOLD MEDAL AFTER THE PIETA

The heavy gold medallion with bail and the detailed image in relief after a 15th century sculpture by Michelangelo Buonarroti in St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, stamped hallmarks on the reverse for 18 karat gold are accompanied by a hand engraved inscription that dispenses the advice, ''Do Not Abuse Your Talent'', perhaps a derivation of DON'T WASTE YOUR TALENT (Luke 19:11-27).
Measures 1.125 inches, weighs 15.1 grams.
Very good condition.
$500 - $750