VNS (Vereenigde Nederlandsche Scheepvaartmaatschappij) Commemorative Medal

This is a commemorative bronze medal issued by the N.V. Vereenigde Nederlandsche Scheepvaartmaatschappij (VNS), also known as the United Netherlands Navigation Company. The medal features an image of a merchant vessel, likely a 'S-type' freighter, and carries the VNS logo at the bottom. These items were typically commissioned to celebrate company milestones or anniversaries.

Founded in 1920 through a collaboration of several major Dutch shipping firms, VNS was once a powerhouse in maritime logistics, primarily operating routes to Africa, Australia, and Asia. In 1970, the company merged with several others to form the Nederlandsche Scheepvaart Unie (later known as Nedlloyd). The medal serves as an artifact of the rich Dutch maritime history during the 20th century.