Dubbele duit op naam van de VOC en de stad Utrecht met jaartal1790 1840 - 1843

This small, copper coin, part of the numismatic collection at the Rijksmuseum, is a double duit issued by the Dutch East India Company (VOC) and the city of Utrecht in 1790. King Willem II of the Netherlands designed this coin between 1840 and 1843, showcasing his artistic talent. The obverse features the coat of arms of Utrecht with two lions supporting a shield, while the reverse bears the initials "VOC" and the year "1790". Despite its miniature size, the coin holds significant historical value as a testament to Dutch trade and the reign of King Willem II.