Zeeslag bij Vigo (Vigos): het verbranden van de Franse en Spaanse vloot 1702

This silver medal, created by Jan Boskam in 1702, commemorates the Battle of Vigo Bay. The medal features a portrait of Queen Anne on one side, and a detailed depiction of the burning of the French and Spanish fleet on the other. This significant naval engagement, a victory for the British and Dutch forces, was a pivotal moment in the War of the Spanish Succession. The medal's inscription "BRILHATAVEKPED AD VIGON" translates to "The brilliant victory at Vigo." The medal's small size, 4.3 cm in diameter, makes it a fascinating piece of historical art, providing a miniature record of a major event.