Goddelijke bijstand aan de opstandelingen 1606

This small silver medal, created in 1606 by an anonymous artist, depicts a scene of "Goddelijke bijstand aan de opstandelingen" (Divine Assistance to the Rebels). The obverse features a detailed representation of a city with a church, likely depicting the city of Leiden during the Siege of Leiden. The reverse of the medal displays a coat of arms, possibly signifying the Dutch Republic or the United Provinces. This small, yet intricate, medal serves as a historical artifact and artistic expression of the Dutch Revolt, highlighting the crucial role of faith and divine intervention in the fight for independence.