Erosaria spurca shell from the wreck of the Dutch East India ship Witte Leeuw before 1613

This small, off-white Erosaria spurca shell is a natural object that was recovered from the wreck of the Dutch East India ship Witte Leeuw, which sank before 1613. The shell is a reminder of the global trade routes that Dutch ships travelled in the 17th century and the diverse goods that they carried. The shell is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, a treasure trove of objects that tell the story of Dutch history and culture.