Passement- en lintwerkersgilde van Amsterdam, gildepenning van Michiel Hubert 1766

This small, circular bronze medal, measuring just 3.3 cm in diameter, is a guild medal of the Passementerie guild of Amsterdam. It was awarded to Michiel Hubert in 1766, as indicated by the inscription on one side. The other side features a depiction of the guild's emblem, a spool of thread, a pair of shears, and a sunburst, symbolizing their trade. This small piece of art offers a glimpse into the history of guilds and the craftsmanship of the period.