Karel V schenkt de stad Hildesheim een wapen 1605

This gold medal, created in 1605 by an anonymous artist, depicts the Emperor Charles V presenting a coat of arms to the city of Hildesheim. The obverse shows a bust of Charles V, while the reverse showcases the coat of arms of the city of Hildesheim. This is a fine example of a commemorative medal, which was popular during the Renaissance and Baroque periods, used to celebrate important events and historical figures. The medal is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.