NETHERLANDS. Burgomasters of North Holland to Jonkheer J. W. M. Schorer Bronze Medal, 1896.Zwierzina 1305. By H. Jauner. Diameter: 76mm. Obverse: Ornate arms of J. M. W. Schorer with crest, helm, mantling, and supporters; perimeter legend; Reverse: Eight municipal coats of arms of North Holland municipalities (Amsterdam, Hilversun, Den Helder, Zaandam, Haarlem, Haarlemmeer, Alsmaar, and Hoorn), with North Holland arms in the center, oak sprigs throughout. Johan Willem Meinard Schorer came from a Dutch noble family, was mayor of three different towns, served as Commissioner for the King (and Queen) and Vice President of the Council of State. An impressive, high relief medal brimming with heraldic content. A small stain and small spot of corrosion are noted on the obverse for completeness.
