Medal 1830 Death of King William II of the Netherlands - By J.P. Schouberg EF+

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1849 Bronze Medal – Death of King William II of the Netherlands

Obverse:
Bust of King William II in military uniform facing left, wearing epaulettes and a richly embroidered collar. Legend around: "WILLEM II KONING DER NEDERL. G. H. V. LUXEMB." Signed by engraver J.P. Schouberg.

Reverse:
Eleven-line Dutch inscription summarising the king’s life and achievements, referencing his campaigns in Spain and at Waterloo, his marriage to Anna Paulowna, the Ten Days’ Campaign, and the 1848 constitutional reform.

Historical Context:
Struck in 1849 to commemorate the death of King William II (1792–1849), this medal honours his military service, dynastic marriage, and major role in Dutch constitutional reform. His decision to support Thorbecke’s liberal constitution marked a turning point in Dutch political history. The medal was engraved by J.P. Schouberg and is catalogued as Dirks 681 and Bax 85.

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