Vrede van Rijswijk, penning geslagen op last van de magistraten van Amsterdam 1697

This silver medal, created by Jan Boskam in 1697, commemorates the Peace of Rijswijk, a treaty that ended the Nine Years' War. The medal depicts a ship with two figures representing the city of Amsterdam and the Dutch Republic, symbolizing the successful peace negotiations. The obverse of the medal showcases the Amsterdam coat of arms surrounded by the coats of arms of various Dutch provinces, highlighting the unity achieved through the treaty. This intricately crafted medal serves as a testament to the historical significance of the Peace of Rijswijk and the role of Amsterdam in bringing an end to a major European conflict.