De hertog van Alva ontvangt van Pius V als dank een gewijde hoed en degen, penning op de feestelijkheden bij die gelegenheid en als waarschuwing voor komend onheil 1569

This small bronze medal, created in 1569 by an anonymous artist, depicts the Duke of Alva receiving a consecrated hat and sword from Pope Pius V. The medal commemorates the Duke's victory over the Dutch rebels. The front of the medal features the inscription "ADVIS 1569 CHL. SCIAN", while the back depicts a figure standing in a doorway with a building behind. This medal serves as a reminder of the tumultuous period in Dutch history during the Eighty Years' War. It is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the artistic and political currents of the 16th century.