Tweehonderdste verjaardag van het ontzet van Vlissingen, penning geslagen op last van de stad Vlissingen 1772

Theodororus Victor van Berckel's 1772 silver medal commemorates the 200th anniversary of the relief of Vlissingen. This small medal is a classic example of commemorative medallic art, with the obverse depicting a view of the city of Vlissingen, complete with ships and a monument, and the reverse showcasing the goddess Minerva striking down a fallen enemy, signifying the triumph of the Dutch people. This intricate piece showcases the skilled artistry of Van Berckel, a prominent Dutch medallist, and offers a glimpse into the historical events and artistic practices of 18th-century Netherlands.