Derde eeuwfeest van de inname van Den Briel 1872

This bronze medal, created by Salomon de Vries in 1872, commemorates the 300th anniversary of the capture of Brielle, a significant event in Dutch history. The obverse depicts two figures representing "Freedom" and "Netherlands", with the city of Brielle in the background. The reverse displays the coat of arms of the Netherlands, with the date of the capture and "Brielle" inscribed below. This medal exemplifies the commemorative art of the 19th century, celebrating national identity and historical events through intricate detail and symbolism.