Vrede van Rijswijk 1697

Christian Wermuth's "Vrede van Rijswijk" is a silver medal commemorating the Peace of Rijswijk, a series of treaties signed in 1697 to formally end the Nine Years' War. The obverse depicts the sun shining on a wreath of olive branches, symbolizing peace, with the text "Gott ist unser Sohn," meaning "God is our Son." The reverse features text in German proclaiming the peace treaty, highlighting its importance as a pivotal moment in European history. This small, intricate medal, a fine example of commemorative art, serves as a reminder of the significance of the Peace of Rijswijk in ending a major European conflict.