Derde eeuwfeest van de Reformatie 1817

"Derde eeuwfeest van de Reformatie" is a silver medal created in 1817 by German artist Gottfried Bernhard Loos. The obverse features a bust portrait of Martin Luther, the German theologian who sparked the Protestant Reformation in 1517. The reverse depicts two figures, likely Luther and a fellow reformer, who are shown celebrating the 300th anniversary of the Reformation. The small size of the medal (3.9 cm diameter), coupled with its detailed relief work, highlights the skill of Loos as a medalist. This piece stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of the Protestant Reformation, a significant event in European history.