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1. Hello, I recently came into possession of a small brass plaque that reads: , SCHUTTERSMAALTYD A banquet given by the Archers of Amsterdam June 18, 1648 In Celebration of the signing of the Treaty of Westfalia.

   It measures 7 1/4 x 2 3/4″

   I’m not sure if this is of historical significance or value. I would appreciate your reply and I will send you a photo of the item.

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   1. Thanks for your comment. This is very interesting, I was unaware of the painting even though it seems to be somewhat famous. The painting appears to have been commissioned in celebration of the Dutch-Spanish Treaty of Münster (signed January 30, 1648, and not usually considered the same as the Peace of Westphalia, an agreement among France, Sweden, and the Holy Roman Empire signed on October 24, 1648). I am not an aniquarian by any means so I can only guess the significance of the plaque you have. It sounds like something that would have hung with the painting in a museum. I assume that, because it’s in English, it would have been in Britain or the U.S., perhaps while the painting was on loan (it currently resides in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam). “Westfalia” is an unusual spelling in English and may indicate that the plaque was created long ago, perhaps a century or so. I wouldn’t imagine it would have much value in itself. But, again, these are guesses; you’d be better off talking to a proper antiquarian if you think it may be valuable. I would be glad to see a picture if you want to send one.

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2. Hello, Does anyone have a menu from the banquet?

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   1. Which banquet?

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