Medal
late 16th century (made)
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This is a bronze medal made in the end of the 16th century. This medal commemorates the victory of Maurice of Nassau over the Spaniards at Turnhout. The obverse of this medal represents the shields of England and France, crowned, and that of the States of Holland, with legend. The reverse shows a battle scene, and legend
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Materials and techniques | Bronze |
Brief description | Medal, commemorates the victory of Maurice of Nassau over the Spaniards at Turnhout in 1597, English, late 16th century. |
Physical description | Obv., the shields of England and France, crowned and the shield of the States of Holland with legend. Rev., a battle scene, and legend. |
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Credit line | Given by W. Fleming, F.R.C.S.E. |
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Summary | This is a bronze medal made in the end of the 16th century. This medal commemorates the victory of Maurice of Nassau over the Spaniards at Turnhout. The obverse of this medal represents the shields of England and France, crowned, and that of the States of Holland, with legend. The reverse shows a battle scene, and legend |
Bibliographic reference | List of Objects in the Art Division, South Kensington, Acquired During the Year 1877, Arranged According to the Dates of Acquisition. London : Printed by George E. Eyre and William Spottiswoode for H.M.S.O. p. 161. |
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Accession number | 1800-1877 |
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Record created | December 2, 2008 |
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