Aansporing tot voorzichtigheid bij de vredesonderhandelingen te Munster 1647

This silver medal, created in 1647 by Johannes Looff, features a ship navigating choppy waters on one side and a coat of arms with a crowned lion over waves on the other. The inscription on the obverse translates to "Caution in Peace Negotiations at Münster." This piece of Dutch numismatic art likely served as a reminder of the perils of peace negotiations during the Thirty Years' War. The medal, with its allegorical imagery, highlights the careful considerations that were required for achieving lasting peace. The piece exemplifies the intricate detail and historical context often embedded in medals, making them valuable objects for study.