Toespeling tot volharding aan de Remonstranten 1619

"Toespeling tot volharding aan de Remonstranten" is a silver medal created by Johan Wijntgens in 1619. The medal features a scene of a lion, symbolizing strength and perseverance, standing on a mountain, while a vine grows around it, representing the Remonstrant faith, a Protestant denomination that emerged in the Netherlands in the 17th century. The inscription around the medal reads "Toespeling tot volharding aan de Remonstranten," which translates to "Allusion to perseverance for the Remonstrants," highlighting the message of enduring faith despite challenges. The medal, with its diameter of 5.7 cm and weight of 52.68 gr, is a testament to the artistic skill and cultural significance of the period.