Verovering van de zilvervloot door Piet Hein 1629

This silver medal, created in 1629 by an anonymous artist, commemorates the capture of the Spanish Silver Fleet by Dutch admiral Piet Hein. The medal depicts a map of the world on one side and a scene of the battle on the other. The inscription on the reverse describes the event in detail, highlighting the significance of this victory for the Dutch Republic. The medal is a testament to the Dutch Golden Age, a period of significant economic and military success for the Netherlands. This small but important piece of art is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum.