Antonius Slicher en zijn kleinzoon Wigbold, die opeenvolgend gedurende 100 jaar het ambt van raadheer hebben bekleed aan het hof van Holland, Zeeland en West-Friesland 1786

This silver medal commemorates Antonius Slicher and his grandson Wigbold, who successively held the office of councilor for 100 years at the Court of Holland, Zeeland, and West Friesland. Dominating the design are symbols of power and justice: flags, scales, and a sword. The scales, an ancient symbol found in Egyptian and Greek art, represent impartiality and fairness. The sword, piercing through the design, stands for authority, but also hints at the potential for conflict and judgment. We see echoes of this combination in other contexts, from medieval allegories of Justice to modern-day emblems of law. Consider how the scales of justice, held by figures like Justitia, have morphed over centuries, sometimes blindfolded to emphasize impartiality, other times brandished as a sign of retributive power. These symbols evoke a profound psychological response, triggering deep-seated associations with order, authority, and moral reckoning. The cyclical resurfacing of these motifs reminds us that humanity's quest for justice and order is a continuous, evolving narrative.