Moord op de gebroeders de Witt 1672

This silver medal, created anonymously in 1672, commemorates the murder of the De Witt brothers, Johan and Cornelis, prominent figures in Dutch politics. The obverse depicts the brothers' profiles, while the reverse showcases a scene of a ship in a storm, symbolizing the turbulent political climate of the time. The medal's small size, measuring only 5 cm in diameter, suggests its personal and commemorative nature. The inscription on the medal, "Moord op de gebroeders de Witt," which translates to "Murder of the De Witt brothers," serves as a poignant reminder of this tragic event.