Bierbeschooiersgilde van Amsterdam, gildepenning van Pieter van der Meulen 1687

This oval-shaped, 17th century, silver guild medal depicts a barrel with a crown, surrounded by a laurel wreath on one side and an inscription: "Pieter van der Meulen, Founder, Amsterdam, 1687" on the other side. The medal is an example of a commemorative object created to honor Pieter van der Meulen, the founder of the "Bierbeschooiersgilde van Amsterdam" (Beer Shooters Guild of Amsterdam). The image of the barrel is likely a symbol of the guild's profession, suggesting the brewing or consumption of beer, while the laurel wreath symbolizes victory and success. This small, silver guild medal, created by an anonymous artist, is a historical artifact providing insight into the lives of Amsterdam's guild members.