Westfriese duit voor de VOC 1730 - 1790

This small silver coin, known as a "Westfriese duit," was produced for the Dutch East India Company (VOC) sometime between 1730 and 1790. The coin features a crowned coat of arms with two lions, a common motif on Dutch coins during this period. The small size and weight of the coin indicate it was likely used for everyday transactions, reflecting the significant economic influence of the VOC in the 18th century. Numismatics, the study of coins, can provide insight into the history and culture of past societies.