The Navigation Acts [reverse] 1654

This silver medal, created in 1654 by Sebastian Dadler, depicts a large sailing ship with billowing sails. The ship's details are intricately etched, giving the viewer a sense of its size and power. The medal's inscription, in Latin, celebrates the "one united force of the king" and emphasizes the importance of maritime navigation. This medal exemplifies Dadler's skill in metalworking and his ability to create intricate and meaningful works of art. The "Navigation Acts" refers to a series of English laws designed to regulate trade with the colonies.