Ernst van Beieren gekozen tot bisschop van Luik 1580

This small, circular medal, dating back to 1580, commemorates the election of Ernst van Beieren as Bishop of Liege. The obverse features a profile portrait of Ernst, while the reverse depicts two lions supporting a column topped by a crown and two crossed flags, likely symbolic of the bishopric. The medal, a common form of commemorative art in the 16th century, serves as a historical record of this significant event and offers insights into the artistic trends of the time.