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

This kauri shell, dating back to before 1613, was found on the wreck of the Dutch East India ship Witte Leeuw. The shell is a testament to the long and perilous voyages undertaken by Dutch traders in the 17th century. The shell's presence on the ship suggests the trade in exotic goods and natural curiosities that characterized this era. The shell's worn and weathered surface reflects its journey across the globe, now preserved and displayed at the Rijksmuseum.