St. Jansgilde van Zierikzee, gildepenning met no. 40 1695

This 1695 guild medal, "St. Jansgilde van Zierikzee, gildepenning met no. 40," is a circular, bronze medal. The obverse depicts a coat of arms surrounded by an inscription, while the reverse features three figures and an inscription. This piece is a testament to the rich tradition of guild medals in the Netherlands, reflecting the importance of these organizations in Dutch society during the 17th and 18th centuries. The inscription "St. Jansgilde van Zierikzee" (St. John's Guild of Zierikzee) indicates the specific guild represented by the medal.