Vergaan van de Spaanse armada 1588

This small, bronze medal, created by an anonymous artist in 1588, commemorates the defeat of the Spanish Armada. The front depicts two ships, representing the Spanish fleet, sinking at sea. This event was a significant victory for England, and the medal's design reflects the triumph of Dutch naval power. The back of the medal features the coat of arms of the city of Middelburg, which is located in the Netherlands. The artist's anonymity, along with the medal's small size and weight, suggests it may have been intended for personal use or as a souvenir.