Armed Britannia Surveying Her Navies [reverse] 1667

"Armed Britannia Surveying Her Navies" is a medal created by the Dutch-born medalist Jan Roettiers in 1667. The medal depicts Britannia, the personification of Great Britain, seated on a rock, holding a trident and a shield bearing the Union Jack. Behind her are ships sailing on a calm sea. This image is a powerful symbol of British maritime power, which was at its peak in the 17th century. The medal was likely commissioned to commemorate a specific naval victory or to celebrate the country's naval strength. Roettiers' work is characterized by its high level of detail and realism.