40 jaar staal in Nederland by Johannes Cornelis Wienecke

40 jaar staal in Nederland 1942

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This commemorative medal, "40 jaar staal in Nederland" (40 years of steel in the Netherlands), was created by Johannes Cornelis Wienecke in 1942. The medal celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Dutch steel factory "De Sphinx" in Utrecht, a significant historical landmark. The medal depicts a steel factory, symbolizing the industry's contribution to Dutch progress. It is housed at the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into the history of Dutch industrial design and manufacturing.