Ontzet van Bergen op Zoom door Maurits, penning uitgereikt aan de hoofofficieren 1622

This small silver medal, created by an anonymous artist in 1622, commemorates the Dutch victory at the Siege of Bergen op Zoom. The obverse of the medal depicts a lion, symbolizing the Dutch Republic, holding a sword and a shield with the date of the victory. The reverse side features the coat of arms of Bergen op Zoom, emphasizing the city's liberation. This medal, part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, serves as a reminder of a crucial moment in Dutch history.