German Invasion of the Netherlands and Belgium on 10 May 1940

Meissener Porzellan Manufaktur (mentioned on object), 1940

The Rijksmuseum’s medal collection, boasting some 12,500 objects, is almost a century and a half old. The museum continues to expand its collection with special medals, which are either purchased, donated, or given on loan. On display here are a number of the most extraordinary acquisitions of recent years. These are honorary and commemorative medals. Several are unique and came from the descendants of the individuals who once received them.

  • Artwork typemedal
  • Object numberNG-2019-2
  • Dimensionsdiameter 5.1 cm x weight 22 gr
  • Physical characteristicsgebakken en geharde klei