Prijspenning van het schuttersgezelschap te Amsterdam (1779) 1779

This silver medal, created by Dutch artist Hendrik Meijer in 1779, commemorates the marksmanship of the Amsterdam Shooting Society. The obverse depicts an eagle holding a target, while the reverse shows a woman representing Minerva crowning a marksman, symbolizing the recognition of skill and dedication. The medal's design is a prime example of 18th-century medallic art, capturing the essence of the shooting society and its members.