Medal of Sten Bielke

Sten Bielke (1624–1684) was born in Turku Castle when his father was President of Turku Court of Appeal. Bielke was a statesman, admiral and Chief Judge of Southern Finland. The cornucopia and crown on the back face of the medal refer to his position as treasurer. The medal is silver, 46 mm in diameter and 53.4 g in weight. It was struck in the late 17th century and engraved by A. Meybusch.