Maximiliaan I, Duits keizer 1487

This small silver medal, created by an anonymous artist in 1487, depicts Maximilian I, Holy Roman Emperor, and is part of the Rijksmuseum collection. The obverse of the medal features an image of the emperor in profile, adorned with a crown, while the reverse displays a symbolic representation of his name, "M" with a sword and scepter. This piece is a fascinating example of Renaissance medallic art, a form that flourished during this period, celebrating significant figures and events.