MALAY ARCHIPELAGO, Colonial. Netherlands East Indies. AV Merchant’s Token (14.9mm, 0.50 g, 12h). Dated AD 1874 (but struck later). UNC.

Keystone 10 – Islamic Coinage
Lot: 511. Estimated: $ 75

Miscellaneous, Gold

Sold For $ 50. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

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MALAY ARCHIPELAGO, Colonial. Netherlands East Indies. AV Merchant’s Token (14.9mm, 0.50 g, 12h). Dated AD 1874 (but struck later). NOORDEEN / SOERBAIA / PERHIASAN / MAS 8KT within wreath / Date with three-line Malay legend above, all within wreath. UNC.

The design on this unusual piece appears to have been derived from small Ottoman gold types circulating in the region.

Closing Date and Time: 15 February 2023 at 12:50:00 ET.

All winning bids are subject to an 20% buyer’s fee.