Eeuwfeest van de Saay-hal te Amsterdam 1741 1741

This silver medal, created by Dutch artist Martin Holtzhey in 1741, commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Saay-hal in Amsterdam. The obverse depicts a coat of arms surrounded by a laurel wreath and a serpent, while the reverse features an inscription in Dutch detailing the event and date of the celebration. This small, detailed piece exemplifies the commemorative medal genre and provides insight into Dutch history and culture of the 18th century.