The settlement was abandoned by the Dutch during the Java War of 1825–1830, but the former convicts remained as settlers. Cotton plantations set up during the convict period became a major source of income, as did goldsmithing.
After being abandoned by the Dutch during the Java War of 1825-1830, the settlement continued to be inhabited by the former convicts who had been sent there as prisoners. The plantations established during their time in prison became a major source of income for them, and goldsmithing also proved profitable.