Karel, aartshertog van Oostenrijk, verheven tot koning van Spanje 1516

This small, circular bronze medal, dating to 1516, depicts Charles I of Spain, also known as Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor. The medal, created by an unknown artist, shows Charles in profile, wearing a hat and a chain around his neck, in a style typical of the time period. It is a remarkable example of early Renaissance portraiture and is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The medal, only 5.3 centimeters in diameter, showcases the fine details of the king’s image and represents a significant historical figure.