Own a tangible link to the early days of New York history with this 1735 Dutch East India Company (VOC) Duit. While minted for the province of Zeeland, these copper coins were a staple of international commerce and became the primary small-change currency in the Dutch colony of New Amsterdam (modern-day New York City).
This coin has been professionally authenticated and encapsulated by ICG as "Genuine." It features a deep, dark chocolate patina that is exactly what you want to see on an authentic 18th-century copper piece. The details remain clear, including the famous VOC monogram and the "Lion Rising" coat of arms of Zeeland.
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Historical Note: The VOC was the world's first multinational corporation, and its "Duits" were used from the East Indies to the Americas. In New York, these coins were so common that they continued to circulate as pennies well into the late 1700s. The Zeeland motto, Luctor et Emergo ("I struggle and emerge"), is represented by the lion on the reverse, making this a powerful symbol of resilience and history.
The coin is securely housed in its ICG holder, ensuring its authenticity is documented for your collection. It’s a perfect "story coin" for any collector of colonial Americana or world copper. Thanks for looking!