Willem III, koning der Nederlanden, penning van de derde grootte 1849

This bronze medal, created by Johan Philip Menger in 1849, depicts Willem III, King of the Netherlands. The obverse shows a profile portrait of the king with his name and title inscribed around the edge. The reverse features a laurel wreath, a symbol of victory and honor. This commemorative medal, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, was likely created to celebrate a specific event in the king's reign. The medal is a fine example of 19th-century medallic art, showcasing the detailed craftsmanship and symbolic imagery typical of the period.