$3,600.00 USD
The Akerendam shipwreck is significant as it provides a snapshot of the wealth and trade practices of the Dutch East India Company, one of the most powerful trading entities of the time. The recovery of these coins offers valuable insights into the economic history of the 18th century.
The obverse of the coin features an armored knight standing to the right, holding a sword in his right hand and a bundle of arrows in his left hand. This imagery symbolizes the military strength and unity of the Dutch provinces.
The reverse side displays a square shield with the coat of arms of Utrecht, one of the key provinces of the Dutch Republic. The legend around the shield reads "MO. AUR. REG. BELGII AD LEGEM IMPERII," which translates to "Gold money of the Kingdom of Belgium according to the law of the Empire".
