German Invasion of the Netherlands and Belgium on 10 May 1940, Meissener Porzellan Manufaktur, 1940

German Invasion of the Netherlands and Belgium on 10 May 1940, Meissener Porzellan Manufaktur, 1940

striking (metalworking), d 5.1cm × w 22gr More details

The Rijksmuseum’s medal collection, boasting some 12,500 objects, is almost a century and a half old. The museum continues to expand its collection with special medals, which are either purchased, donated, or given on loan. On display here are a number of the most extraordinary acquisitions of recent years. These are honorary and commemorative medals. Several are unique and came from the descendants of the individuals who once received them.

On display in room 2.16