Description: This 1790 VOC New York Penny is a rare and valuable addition to any coin collection. The coin features a business strike type and is made of copper, with a denomination of 1/2 Duit. However, it was minted in the Netherlands and is ungraded; it is circulated. The coin is a colonial type and features the East India Company, making it a unique piece of history. It is uncertified but has been well-preserved, especially considering its age. This coin is a must-have for any serious collector and is sure to impress. New York Penny | VOC Copper Duit Coin Description: This historic coin is an original VOC (Dutch East India Company) copper duit, often called Penny." Minted during the 18th century, this coin bears the iconic "VOC" monogram of the Dutch East India Company. It is a testament to the vast global influence of this powerful trading entity. Before it became an English colony, this coin was circulated in Dutch colonies, including New York (then known as New Amsterdam). History: The Dutch East India Company, known as the Vereenigde Oost-Indische Compagnie (VOC), was established in 1602 and became one of world history's most influential trading companies. The VOC issued coins like the copper duit to facilitate trade throughout its vast network, which extended from Europe to Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The VOC duit played a key role in the currency system in New Amsterdam, a Dutch colony from its founding in 1624 until the English took over in 1664, renaming it New York. Even after the English occupation, these coins continued to circulate for decades due to their practicality and the ongoing trade with the Netherlands. Global Use: In addition to New Amsterdam, the VOC duit was widely used in the Dutch East Indies (modern-day Indonesia), the Cape Colony (South Africa), Ceylon (Sri Lanka), and throughout trading posts in Asia. These coins became familiar in the Indian Ocean trade routes and were even used in parts of Japan and Southeast Asia. Timeline of Use: Early 1600s-1700s: Minting and circulation throughout the VOCs global trading empire. 1624-1664: Commonly used in New Amsterdam (later New York) during Dutch rule. 1700s-1800s: Continued circulation in former VOC territories, even after the company's decline in 1799. Own a piece of history that tells the story of global trade, colonial New York, and the far-reaching influence of the Dutch East India Company! Coin Details: Composition: Copper Diameter: Approx. 20-22 mm Weight: Approx. 3-5 grams VOC Dutch East India Company Condition: As shown in photos (may include wear due to age and circulation) Collectors and history enthusiasts will appreciate this coin's rich history and global significance! #coincollector #coins #coincollecting #numismatics #coincollection #coin #numismatic #numismatist #numismatica #worldcoins #rarecoins #oldcoins #silvercoins #silver #collection #silvercoin #money #coinscollection #numismatik #bullion #coincollectors #gold #currency #m #silverstacking #monedas #numismatique #banknotes #silverbullion #goldcoins
Price: 47 USD
Location: Fort Benning, Georgia
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Denomination: 1/2 Duit
Circulated/Uncirculated: Circulated
Coin: New York Copper Coin
Composition: Copper
Type: Colonial
Year: 1790
Strike Type: Business
Mint Location: Netherlands
Grade: Ungraded
Country/Region of Manufacture: Netherlands
Certification: Uncertified