Lodewijk XIV en Jacobus II en de aanslag op het leven van Willem III door sir George Barclay 1696

This silver medal, created in 1696 by an anonymous artist, commemorates the failed assassination attempt on the life of William III, King of England. The obverse depicts the king's profile, while the reverse shows the conspiracy to assassinate him. The medal is a significant historical artifact that highlights the political turmoil of the time, while also demonstrating the artistry of the anonymous creator. The inscription “Herodes Atque Pilatus,” translates to “Herod and Pilate,” drawing a comparison between the assassination plot and the biblical story of the betrayal and crucifixion of Jesus. The event, known as the “Assassination Plot,” was a complex political event that involved various actors, including French and English Jacobites. The medal serves as a poignant reminder of this historical event and offers insight into the anxieties of the 17th century.