vrede van Rijswijk, ter ere van Leopold I 1697

This silver medal, created in 1697 by an anonymous artist, commemorates the Peace of Rijswijk, a treaty signed in 1697 that ended the Nine Years' War. The obverse depicts a profile of Leopold I, Holy Roman Emperor, while the reverse features a building, likely the Peace Palace in Rijswijk. This small but significant piece of art reflects the historical importance of the treaty, highlighting the era's political and diplomatic developments. It currently resides in the Rijksmuseum, offering a tangible link to the past for art and history enthusiasts.