Albertine Agnes, Princess of Orange-Nassau (1634-1696) 1696
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This silver medal, created in 1696, depicts Albertine Agnes, Princess of Orange-Nassau. The obverse features a bust portrait of the princess in a finely detailed, realistic style, while the reverse showcases her coat of arms, held by two lions. The inscription surrounding the portrait identifies the subject as "Albertine Agnes, Princess of Orange-Nassau". The medal is a testament to the artistry of anonymous medalists, demonstrating the power of this medium to commemorate significant figures and historical events.
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Most coins have a side with a portrait, usually of a ruler. In addition, portrait medals have also always been made, primarily to honour, commemorate, or glorify an important event or person. They were often intended for a general public. Some were destined to be family heirlooms. In any case, the medallists tried to make the likenesses as realistic as possible. That is why they are considered a separate genre.
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