Filips II, koning van Spanje 1576

This bronze medal depicts King Philip II of Spain in profile on one side and a dagger piercing a bat on the other. The inscription on the reverse reads "1576 NON OVA," likely referencing the assassination attempt on Philip II in 1576. This small medal, created by an anonymous artist, is a historical artifact that tells a story of power and danger during the reign of Philip II. The Rijksmuseum houses this piece, which measures 2.8 cm in diameter and weighs 4.53 grams.