Verbranding van Johannes Hus in 1415 c. 1515 - 1715

This small silver medal, created sometime between 1515 and 1715, commemorates the burning of Jan Hus, a Czech religious reformer, in 1415. The medal depicts Hus on one side and his burning at the stake on the other, highlighting the event’s impact on religious and political history. The inscription on the medal provides context and reinforces the event's significance in the broader historical narrative. This object is an example of historical commemorative art, offering a glimpse into the historical events and beliefs of a specific time period.