Vijfentwintigjarig huwelijk van Jacob Jacobsz. Ploos van Amstel en Sara Rothe 1746 1746
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This silver medal, created by Martin Holtzhey in 1746, commemorates the 25th wedding anniversary of Jacob Jacobsz. Ploos van Amstel and Sara Rothe. The obverse depicts the couple standing before an altar, symbolizing their union. The reverse showcases a figure representing the city of Amsterdam, highlighting the couple's connection to the city. This small but intricate piece exemplifies 18th-century Dutch medallic art, a genre often commissioned to celebrate significant events and individuals.
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