Moord op Willem I, prins van Oranje-Nassau 1584

This small silver medal, created in 1584 by Herman Klaassens, commemorates the assassination of William the Silent, Prince of Orange-Nassau. The obverse features the coat of arms of the House of Orange, surrounded by eight smaller coats of arms of the provinces of the Netherlands. The reverse depicts a bird flying over the sea, with a fish, possibly a pike, lying in the waves. The inscription around the edge of the medal is in Latin, "In Satis Travnondis Savis". This silver medal provides a glimpse into the historical context of the time, showcasing a visual record of the events of the Dutch Revolt.