Inname van Den Bosch en Wezel door Frederik Hendrik by Willem Versteegh

Inname van Den Bosch en Wezel door Frederik Hendrik 1629

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This silver medal, created by Willem Versteegh in 1629, commemorates the capture of 's-Hertogenbosch and Wezel by Frederick Henry, Prince of Orange. The obverse depicts the prince on horseback, a symbol of his military prowess, while the reverse showcases the cityscape of 's-Hertogenbosch, highlighting the significance of the victory. The medal's inscription "S.L.V.A.LVCIS.CAPTA" translates to "The City of the Forest Captured," adding another layer of historical context to this significant piece of Dutch numismatics.

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