Description

1839 J Netherlands East Indies 1 Cent Coin – King William I Dutch Colonial Copper Coin

The “J” mint mark identifies the coin as being struck at the Utrecht Mint in the Netherlands before being shipped overseas for use throughout the colony. Nearly two centuries old, this coin offers collectors an affordable opportunity to own an authentic relic from the age of sailing ships, colonial commerce, and early 19th-century world history.

Features

• 1839 J Netherlands East Indies 1 Cent

• Reign of King William I

• Genuine Dutch colonial copper coin

• Utrecht Mint (“J” mint mark)

• Nearly 190 years old

• Excellent addition to world coin and colonial collections

Historical Significance

During the 1830s, the Dutch East Indies was one of the world’s most valuable colonial possessions, exporting coffee, sugar, spices, and other commodities across Europe and Asia. Coins such as this circulated through markets, ports, and trading centres across present-day Indonesia, making them fascinating survivors from an era of international commerce and colonial expansion.

Specifications

Condition

An authentic circulated example showing age-related wear consistent with nearly two centuries of use. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form part of the item’s description.

A wonderful opportunity to add an original 1839 Netherlands East Indies 1 Cent to your collection of antique world coins and colonial-era numismatic treasures.