Capture of Gertruidenberg 1593 front Capture of Gertruidenberg 1593 back
Capture of Gertruidenberg 1593 photo
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Capture of Gertruidenberg

1593 year
Silver 23.74 g 44 mm
Description
Location
Dutch Republic (Netherlands)
Type
Medals › Commemorative medals
Year
1593
Composition
Silver
Weight
23.74 g
Diameter
44 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-11-14
References
Numista
N#369188
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

7-line inscription in inscribed plaque.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GERTRVDIS
BERGA.AB.HISP.
VINDICANT.ORD.
CONFOED.DVCE.PRIN
NASS.IN.CONSP.
EXERC.HOST.
(I).I).XCIII.

Translation: The States General retake Gertruidenberg from the Spaniards, under the leadership of the Prince of Nassau, in the face of the hostile army.

Engraver: Gerard van Bylaer

Comment

Van Loon I. 430.1 FNM I. Milford Haven 478