Voorbereidingen voor oorlog in de Nederlanden 1742

Nicolaas van Swinderen's 1742 silver medal "Voorbereidingen voor oorlog in de Nederlanden" is a small-scale work of art, measuring only 4.9 cm in diameter. The obverse depicts a female figure representing the Dutch Republic, holding a spear and standing over a cannon, symbolizing the nation's readiness for war. The inscription "HUIC DE VOTA TUANDA" translates to "To this [Republic] the vows are to be directed," emphasizing the dedication to the nation's defense. This medal exemplifies Dutch patriotism and the importance of military preparedness in the 18th century.