Beleg van Groningen 1672

This small, silver medal, "Beleg van Groningen," commemorates the 1672 siege of Groningen. The obverse of the medal depicts the city of Groningen with a battle scene below, while the reverse is inscribed with a detailed account of the siege in Dutch. This commemorative medal is a rare and valuable artifact that provides a glimpse into a significant event in Dutch history. The medal is held in the Rijksmuseum and is a fine example of the art of medal-making in the 17th century.