The elevation of Willem Friso of Orange to Stadholder Willem IV saw many medals produced; this contemporaneous cast (after an original of medalist N. Van Swinderen) was likely worn by a staunch supporter of the house of Orange. By Nicolaas van Swinderen (1705-1760)
Obverse: High relief bust of Stadholder Willem IV - WILH CAR HENR FRISO PRINC NASS ET AR – NVS F
Reverse: Dutch Lion at altar, ‘Apples of Orange’ behind – CLADIVS DOMINI ET GEDEONIS – HONY SOIT QVI MALY PENSE - HOLLANDIAE PROCLAM GVBERN 3 MAII 1747
Contemporary cast in tin with ringlet
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