Onderwerping van Hongarije door de Turken, penning ter ere van Lodewijk II, de overleden koning van Hongarije en Bohemen 1508 - 1544

This small, silver medal, measuring only 3 cm in diameter, commemorates the death of King Louis II of Hungary and Bohemia. Created between 1508 and 1544 by an anonymous artist, the medal depicts the king seated on a throne and holding a scepter. The reverse side features a Latin inscription that translates to "The most powerful King Louis, who died for the Christian faith in the year 1526." The medal is a powerful reminder of the tragic fate of King Louis, who died in the Battle of Mohacs against the Ottoman Turks. This artifact serves as a historical relic that offers insights into the political and religious climate of 16th century Europe.