Lakenbereiders- en droogscheerdersgilde van Amsterdam, gildepenning van Dirck Rutgers 1688

This 1688 guild medal, made for Dirck Rutgers, showcases the emblem of the Lakenbereiders- en droogscheerdersgilde van Amsterdam (Cloth Dressers and Shearers Guild of Amsterdam). The medal features a coat of arms with two lions flanking a shield, surrounded by a laurel wreath on the obverse. The reverse shows a depiction of the guild's tools, including a shears and a comb. The medal serves as a visual representation of the guild's significance in the city of Amsterdam, highlighting their craftsmanship and commitment to their trade.