Frederick V (1596-1632), Elizabeth Stuart (1596-1662) and their Son Frederick Henry (1614-1629)

Simon van de Passe (mentioned on object), c. 1616

Most coins have a side with a portrait, usually of a ruler. In addition, portrait medals have also always been made, primarily to honour, commemorate, or glorify an important event or person. They were often intended for a general public. Some were destined to be family heirlooms. In any case, the medallists tried to make the likenesses as realistic as possible. That is why they are considered a separate genre.

  • Artwork typemedal
  • Object numberNG-2016-58
  • Dimensionsheight 6.3 cm x width 5.1 cm x weight 16.06 g
  • Physical characteristicszilver, gegoten

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