50-jarig bestaan van het genootschap 'Het Slangennest’, 1767 1767

This silver medal, created by Johan George Holtzhey in 1767, commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Dutch society 'Het Slangennest'. It depicts a scene with two figures, likely representing the society's founding principles. The obverse features a dedication in Latin, while the reverse displays the society's emblem, emphasizing its historical significance and lasting legacy. The medal, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, provides a glimpse into the societal and artistic practices of 18th-century Dutch culture.