Inname van Lier, penning geschonken aan de burgers van Antwerpen die de stad verdedigden 1595

This silver medal, created in 1595 by Jacques Jonghelinck, celebrates the citizens of Antwerp who defended their city. The obverse depicts a female figure representing Antwerp, crowned with a mural crown and a tower representing the city. The inscription around the rim reads "ANTVERPIA" in Latin. The reverse features a wreath of oak leaves, enclosing the inscription "VIRTVTI SERVAT FIDELIS AN. D. 1595" – "Faithful to Virtue Preserves." The small medal is a powerful symbol of courage and civic pride, commemorating a pivotal moment in Antwerp's history.