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© Sincona AG
The Spanish fleet captured at the Slaak - Prince Frederick of Orange
1631 year| Silver | 33.8 g | 57.1 mm |
| Location | Dutch Republic (Netherlands) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Frederick Henry, Prince of Orange (Frederik Hendrik van Oranje) (1625-1647) |
| Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
| Year | 1631 |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 33.8 g |
| Diameter | 57.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#369415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
A bird's-eye view of the naval battle between Tonge, Philipsland, Vossemeer and Nieuw Vossemeer. 4-line inscription in a cartouche below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GOD. WAS. ZYN. VOLCK. DE. 13. D.
SEPTEMBER. GEDACHTICH.
EN. BRACHT. TOT. NIET. TV VANS
VLOOT. OVER. DE SEILEN. 80
16 31
Translation: God remembererd his people on September 13th and destroyed the enemy fleet of more than 80 sail.
Engraver: Antonis Pietersz van der Wilge
