Struck by the celebrated Dassier family of medallists, this 1702 William III Bronze Medal honours the reign of the Dutch-born king who shaped British history during a time of war and constitutional change. Worked in bronze with a generous diameter that allows the portraits and emblems to breathe, it reflects the exceptional skill of early eighteenth-century medallic art, a craft much admired by collectors of historical medals and period bronzes.

The obverse bears a detailed laureate portrait of William III facing right, his resolute features and flowing hair captured with lifelike depth and character. The reverse presents a striking allegorical scene of Eternitas seated upon a large crowned urn, surrounded by attendants, symbolising enduring legacy and stability under his rule, all encircled by clear Latin inscriptions that provide historical context and dating. 

With its deep relief and attractive patination that has developed naturally, this piece shows how bronze medals from this era combine artistic merit with storytelling. The fields offer smooth contrast to the raised designs, while the edge remains clean and well-preserved, appealing to those who value both handling quality and visual impact. For collectors of Williamite material, Dassier issues or early British medals, it stands as a tangible link to the late Stuart period and a monarch whose legacy endures in constitutional history.

This 1702 William III Bronze Medal by Dassier would enhance any cabinet of historical bronzes, royal commemoratives or medallic art from the long eighteenth century, offering depth of design and a direct connection to a pivotal figure in Britain's past.