Vredesonderhandelingen tussen Frankrijk en Spanje, rekenpenning geslagen ter ere van Filips IV, koning van Spanje 1649
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This copper coin, minted in 1649, commemorates the peace negotiations between France and Spain. The obverse features the coat of arms of Philip IV, King of Spain, while the reverse depicts a temple. The inscription "Vredesonderhandelingen" on the coin indicates the significance of the peace treaty, a monumental event in European history. This small but historically significant artifact, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the political landscape of 17th century Europe.
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