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The Dutch and the Birth of the Modern Insurance Industry

7 min•27 maj 2026

In the 17th century, the Dutch Republic not only dominated global trade but also pioneered modern finance. While earlier episodes covered the stock market and the VOC, this episode dives into the less-explored world of insurance. Lucas and Luna discuss how Amsterdam became the hub for marine insurance, the role of the Chamber of Assurance (Kamer van Assurantie), and the development of premium rates and risk assessment. They explore the 1598 insurance ordinance, the impact of the Eighty Years' War on underwriting, and the rise of specialized brokers like the 'assuradeurs'. The conversation also touches on the darker side: insurance fraud and the limits of coverage. This episode reveals how Dutch pragmatism and commercial savvy laid the groundwork for modern insurance practices.

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