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| Issuer | Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie (VOC) |
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| Year | 1663-1724 |
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| Reference(s) | KM#2 |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | A stylised cowrie shell (cauri) depicted in relief at the centre of the plain field, shown in a naturalistic manner with the characteristic elongated oval form and central slit visible. The reverse bears no legend or additional inscription, the shell motif serving as the sole design element and reflecting the local monetary use of cowrie shells in Indian Ocean trade. |
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| Mintage | ND (1663-1724) |
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