Het Vrije van Brugge 1776 1776

This silver medal, created by Dutch medalist Theodorus Victor van Berckel in 1776, depicts a bust of Maria Theresia, the Holy Roman Empress, on one side and a scene of a crowned figure flanked by two others holding a globe on the other. The piece, measuring only 2.9 cm in diameter, exemplifies the artistic style of the period, often showcasing historical figures and allegorical scenes. It is a valuable artifact reflecting the visual language of 18th-century medallic art.