Tweede eeuwfeest van het Athenaeum te Amsterdam 1832

This silver medal, created by David van der Kellen in 1832, commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Athenaeum in Amsterdam. The front features a seated female figure representing Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom and war, holding a lyre and a scroll, symbolizing the Athenaeum’s role as a center for arts and sciences. The back of the medal is inscribed with a Latin phrase that translates to "The second century of the Amsterdam Athenaeum celebrated." The medal is a testament to the rich history of the Athenaeum and its importance in Dutch culture.