Huismunt geslagen op last van de Maatschappij van Weldadigheid ter waarde van 1 cent, ten behoeve van de Gewone Koloniën 1818 - 1859

This small, unassuming token is a rare example of a "Huismunt," a type of coin used within the Dutch "Society of Benevolence" between 1818 and 1859. The coin, minted for the "Ordinary Colonies," features the inscription "M.V.W. 1. Ct" on one side, indicating its value of one cent. These coins were used for internal transactions within the colonies, a social experiment aimed at rehabilitating criminals through labor and self-sufficiency. Today, the token serves as a fascinating historical artifact, offering a glimpse into the unique economic system of the "Society of Benevolence."