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½ Guilder - William IV
| Silver (.816) | 3.88 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Demerara and Essequibo (Guyana) |
|---|---|
| King | William IV (1830-1837) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1832-1835 |
| Value | ½ Guilder |
| Currency | Guilder ( -1839) |
| Composition | Silver (.816) |
| Weight | 3.88 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#19594 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED COLONY OF DEMERARY & ESSEQUIBO
1/2
1835
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Guilder coin from Demerara and Essequibo (Guyana) made of Silver (.816) weighing 3.88 g is interesting because it was minted during the reign of King William IV (1832-1835) and features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Demerara and Essequibo on the other. It was used as a standard circulation coin in the colony and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1832 | 87000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1835 | 36000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Guilder - William IV 1832-1835 coin.
