Collegium Medicum te Amsterdam, toegangspenning voor de hortus medicus voor I. Frescarode 1788

This silver medal, created by Willem de Wijs in 1788, is a small, yet intricate example of Dutch medallic art. Measuring only 5.8 cm in diameter, the medal commemorates the Collegium Medicum te Amsterdam, an institution dedicated to medical education and research. The obverse depicts a figure, likely a physician, standing in a garden with medicinal plants. The reverse side showcases the coat of arms of Amsterdam, signifying the city's association with this prestigious medical institution. The medal is a testament to the importance of medicine and scientific advancement in 18th-century Dutch society. It is a piece of numismatic art that offers a glimpse into the world of early modern medicine in Amsterdam.