Duit voor Nederlands Indië uit Holland,1803 1803

This 1803 coin, titled “Duit voor Nederlands Indië uit Holland”, was made by the Bataafse Republiek. This small copper coin, weighing only 3.17 grams, depicts the letters “VOC” within a triangle, representing the Dutch East India Company, which was a powerful trading company during the 17th and 18th centuries. It was issued for the Dutch East Indies, showcasing the company's far-reaching influence. The coin’s design, featuring the initials of the VOC and the year 1803, underscores the historical and economic importance of this significant trading entity.