Huismunt geslagen op last van de Maatschappij van Weldadigheid ter waarde van tien cent 1818 - 1859

This small, leaden token, dating from the period between 1818 and 1859, was used in the Dutch penal colony of the Maatschappij van Weldadigheid (Society of Beneficence). The coin, with its rough texture and simple design, is a fascinating artifact of a bygone era. The inscription "M.V.W. 10 C." represents the Society's name and the value of the token, which would have been used for internal transactions within the colony. The coin provides insight into the social and economic structures of the time, offering a glimpse into a period of history that is both intriguing and complex.