Kweekschool voor de zeevaart 1784

This 1784 medal, "Kweekschool voor de zeevaart," is a small, circular piece of brass, only 1.8 cm in diameter. The front depicts a figure standing on a boat, holding an anchor, and surrounded by nautical symbols. The back of the medal features an inscription that is difficult to decipher due to wear. This small object is a testament to the importance of maritime education in the 18th century.