Schutterij van Leiden by Jan (I) Smeltzing

Schutterij van Leiden 1689

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This silver coin, created by Jan (I) Smeltzing in 1689, depicts the Schutterij of Leiden, a civic guard company in the Netherlands. One side of the coin displays a heraldic lion, representing the city of Leiden, while the other side portrays an armed figure, symbolizing the Schutterij's role in protecting the city. This coin is a testament to the Dutch tradition of civic militias and serves as a valuable historical artifact.