Zeeslag bij Kaap La Hogue, de Fransen verslagen door de vloot van Engeland en Holland 1692

This bronze medal by Jan (I) Smeltzing commemorates the Battle of La Hogue, a decisive naval victory for the English and Dutch over the French fleet in 1692. The medal’s obverse depicts a bust of William III, King of England and Prince of Orange, while the reverse features a depiction of the battle itself, with ships engaging in combat. The medal’s small size, measuring just 3.8 cm in diameter, highlights its intended purpose as a commemorative piece for a specific historical event. It is a powerful visual testament to the importance of this battle in European history.