Handelsetiket van Jeronimus van Casele c. 1681 - 1740

This etching by Isaac Vincentsz. van der Vinne, created between 1681 and 1740, is a coat of arms depicting the monogram of Jeronimus van Casele. The central oval contains the monogram "IHC" (a traditional abbreviation for Jesus Christ) with a spear, representing the Passion of Christ. The shield is surrounded by an elaborate wreath of stylized foliage and surmounted by a crown, symbolizing nobility. The use of engravings for coat of arms was common during the Dutch Golden Age, providing a visual representation of social status and lineage.