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Restrike Parrot Duit Silver: frequently asked questions
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The Parrot Duit (Papegaaiduit) was a small copper coin struck in the Dutch colony of Suriname from 1679, featuring a parrot perched in a tree. The Royal Dutch Mint's 2025 restrike commemorates the 50th anniversary of Surinamese independence, reproducing the original design in 1 troy oz of .9999 fine silver at a much larger 38.7 mm diameter. Mintage is 5,000 pieces for the silver version. It is part of the Royal Dutch Mint's ongoing programme of restriking historic Dutch colonial trade coins in precious metals.
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We track 2 Parrot Duit listings across 1 dealer. As a limited-mintage collector restrike (5,000 silver pieces), availability is narrower than mainstream bullion coins, and stock can sell through quickly. Check the comparison table for current listings.
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The Parrot Duit restrike carries no face value and is not legal tender in any current jurisdiction, so CGT exemptions tied to legal-tender status do not apply. In the UK, gains on silver are taxed at 18% or 24% depending on income, with a £3,000 annual exemption. US investors pay up to 28% on precious metals gains. In Canada, 50% of a capital gain is included in taxable income.
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Collector restrikes like the Parrot Duit typically carry a higher premium over silver spot than generic silver bars, reflecting limited mintages, presentation packaging, and historical interest. The Parrot Duit's 5,000-piece mintage places it firmly in the collector category. If your goal is to hold silver at the lowest cost above spot, a plain bullion bar from an LBMA-accredited refinery will generally be cheaper per ounce. Restrikes appeal to buyers who value the historical or numismatic aspect alongside the metal content.