Lot 2497

Description

Netherlands, Battle of the Four Days, 1666 (1907 issue), in bronze (72mm) (Eimer 238), by C.Adolfszoon, obverse, slightly right facing bust of Admiral Michael de Ruiter in draped armour and wearing a neck order, reverse, naval battle scene, edge impressed '1907'. In unofficial case, slight rubbing on high points, otherwise uncirculated.

This medal was issued to commemorate the tercentenary of the birth of Admiral Michael de Ruiter (1607-1907), High Admiral of the United Provinces of the Netherlands.