Inhuldiging van Willem V, prins van Oranje-Nassau, als erfelijk stadhouder van de Nederlanden 1766

This small, bronze medal, created by an anonymous artist in 1766, commemorates the inauguration of Willem V, Prince of Orange-Nassau, as hereditary stadtholder of the Netherlands. The front of the medal depicts a bust of Willem V, while the reverse side features an inscription detailing the event. The medal, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a significant example of commemorative art from the 18th century, offering a glimpse into the political climate of the Netherlands at the time.