1790 VOC Dutch East Indies Duit – Utrecht "Child with Swaddling" Mint Mark – NGC Genuine
Own an authentic piece of Dutch colonial history with this 1790 VOC Dutch East Indies Duit, certified NGC Genuine. Struck for the Dutch East India Company (Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie, or VOC), this historic copper coin circulated throughout the Dutch East Indies during the late 18th century, when the VOC dominated global maritime trade.
This example was struck for the Province of Utrecht and features the distinctive "Child with Swaddling" mint mark, a sought-after identifying characteristic used on Utrecht coinage. Mint marks such as this are of particular interest to collectors specializing in VOC and Dutch provincial issues.
The obverse displays the famous VOC monogram, one of the most recognizable symbols in world numismatics, while the reverse features the denomination and date. Although dated 1790, many Utrecht duits continued to circulate extensively in the Dutch East Indies well into the early 19th century, including the 1827–1835 period, reflecting their long service in colonial commerce.
Certified Genuine by NGC, this coin has been authenticated as an original issue, offering collectors confidence in its authenticity. More than 230 years old, it represents an important artifact from the era of global exploration, international trade, and the Dutch colonial empire.
Coin Highlights:
- Issuer: Dutch East India Company (VOC)
- Year: 1790
- Province: Utrecht
- Region: Dutch East Indies
- Denomination: Duit
- Composition: Copper
- Grade: NGC Genuine
- Special Attribution: Utrecht "Child with Swaddling" Mint Mark
- Label: 2931
- Obverse: VOC monogram
- Authentic 18th-century colonial trade coin
- Over 230 years old
A wonderful addition for collectors of VOC coinage, Dutch colonial history, maritime trade, and early world coins.
