Steun van Filips IV, koning van Spanje aan de Fronde in Frankrijk 1652

This silver coin, dating back to 1652, is a testament to the historical alliance between Philip IV of Spain and the Fronde rebels in France. The coin features a profile portrait of Philip IV on one side, and a heraldic eagle representing the Spanish monarchy on the other. This piece, now in the Rijksmuseum, provides a tangible glimpse into the complex political landscape of 17th-century Europe, where alliances could shift rapidly and coins served as a powerful form of propaganda.