Juli-revolutie in Frankrijk, ter ere van markies de La Fayette, 'veteraan van de vrijheid' 1830

This 1830 commemorative medal, titled “Juli-revolutie in Frankrijk, ter ere van markies de La Fayette, ‘veteraan van de vrijheid’”, celebrates the July Revolution of 1830 in France. The obverse depicts a barricade with a flag on top, referencing the street fighting that took place during the revolution. The inscription translates to “The Patriotic Victories of Paris”, emphasizing the heroism and spirit of the Parisians in fighting for change. The reverse is dedicated to Marquis de Lafayette, a pivotal figure in the American and French Revolutions, featuring his name and the inscription “Veteran of Liberty 1789-1830”. This medal is a small but potent symbol of the July Revolution and its enduring legacy.