First time poster here!
I bought this item on impulse today at a flea market auction. It wasn't until I got it out into the daylight that I actually saw how good of quality it is. It appears to be copper, wrapped around a steel or iron ring running along the circumference. The craftsmanship is excellent, and the details are very sharp. It also has a wonderful patina.
It has Latin words around the relief potrait, which basically says that this portrays Maurice, Prince of Orange.
There appears to be an artist signature for someone named "A. Arens." (see photo)
My hunch is that this was made in the Netherlands during the Victorian era, but I have no clue. I feel that way because the decorative figures around the edge of the piece seem like something from that era.
I've tried Google, but was not able to come up with any information on the artist, or even find a closely similar piece.
Thank you for looking, and any information is greatly appreciated!
Steve
