William Sancroft, aartsbisschop van Canterbury en zes andere bisschoppen in de Tower gevangen gezet 1688

This 1688 lead medal, created by an anonymous artist, depicts William Sancroft, Archbishop of Canterbury, and six other bishops who were imprisoned in the Tower of London. The medal features Sancroft's profile on one side and a circular arrangement of the other six bishops on the reverse. The medal is a powerful reminder of the religious persecution that took place during this period and serves as a historical record of the events. It is a small but significant piece of art, measuring only 5.2 cm in diameter and weighing 80.69 grams. This type of medal is known as a commemorative medal, often used to honor historical figures or events.