Elisabeth Christina van Braunschweig en Lueneburg vertrekt naar Spanje 1707

This silver medal was anonymously made to commemorate Elisabeth Christina of Braunschweig-Lüneburg’s departure to Spain. The medal's imagery reflects its pivotal role in cementing political alliances through dynastic marriage. On one side, we see a profile portrait of Elisabeth Christina, her name inscribed around the edge, emphasizing her identity and status. On the reverse is a sailing ship, symbolizing her voyage to Spain, with the Latin inscription "Vocat Deus in Altum" or "God calls into the deep," reflecting the religious and providential undertones of her journey. Given that it was produced in 1707, a time of complex European power struggles, this medal served as a form of political communication, celebrating the union while subtly asserting power and legitimacy through symbolic representation. These kinds of objects offer a fascinating window into the intersection of art, politics, and social customs. By delving into the archives, historians uncover the dense networks of power and meaning embedded in such artifacts.