Eerste eeuwfeest op het overleveren van de Augsburgse geloofsbelijdenis op de Rijksdag 1630

This silver medal by Sebastian Dadler commemorates the centennial of the Augsburg Confession. The Confession was a defining moment in the Protestant Reformation, marking a formal declaration of the Lutheran faith amidst the religious and political tensions of the 16th century. The medal portrays John the Steadfast of Saxony, a key figure in the Reformation. His firm stance in favor of the Augsburg Confession is immortalized here, reflecting the intertwined nature of religious belief and political power. The text inscribed emphasizes themes of truth, steadfastness, and eternal life, underscoring the profound spiritual convictions that fueled the Reformation. Objects like this medal served as powerful tools for shaping identity and memory, reminding its carriers of their religious community and the ongoing struggle to define themselves amidst political and religious change. It brings the story of the Reformation to life, demonstrating the deep connections between faith, identity, and the pursuit of a more just world.