CHARLES V. COAT OF ARMS. REPRODUCTION. ALTORRELIEVE. CARTHAGE AND ROMANS.

Description:
- Reproduction of a coat of arms of Charles V of the Royal Armoury, commemorating a battle possibly between Carthaginians and Romans, of very good workmanship.
- Beautiful and spectacular shield, made with all kind of details. The word 'Carchagine' appears at the top and on a banner, the Roman initials 'SPQR'. It is quite possible that it reproduces one of the battles of the so-called 'Punic Wars', which refers to the three armed conflicts between the two western Mediterranean powers of the time: Rome and Carthage. It is also very similar to 'The Passage of the Elbe at the Battle of Mühlberg' in 1547.
- The coat of arms is a large replica of the real coat of arms, probably made with a die.
- It has a round shape, and the back is covered. A chain has been attached to it for hanging.
- No distinctive mark or contrast has been found that could provide information on where it was made, the maker's details, or any other information.

Conservation and Damage:
- The coat of arms is in very good condition.
- A small part of the centre is sunken, but this does not affect its overall appearance.
- It retains a spectacular patina.
- It has small knocks and scratches due to age.
- It is complete and unbroken.
- The object shows the wear and tear of it’s age.

Comments:
- Both measurements and weight are approximate.
- Very interesting as a collector's item and as a decorative element.
- The tones of the colours in the photos do not match the tones of the real colours.
- The object for sale is the one that corresponds to the photos. The description is not a detailed exposition of the object.
- The data provided here are personal opinions and are not verified.