¼ Gulden (Countermark C8) ND (1838) front ¼ Gulden (Countermark C8) ND (1838) back
¼ Gulden (Countermark C8) ND (1838) photo
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¼ Gulden Countermark C8 ND

1838 year
Silver (.893) 10.766 g -
Description
Issuer
Curaçao (Netherlands Antilles)
King
William I (1815-1840)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1838
Value
¼ Gulden (¼&nbspANG)
Currency
Gulden (1828-date)
Composition
Silver (.893)
Weight
10.766 g
Shape
Quarter circle
Technique
Countermarked, Cut
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#157081
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Reverse 1/4 of a Dutch 1 Gulden piece with the excuse of the countermark.

Script: Latin

Edge

Dented

Comment

These coins are fabricated from Dutch 1 Gulden coins cut in four, announced by the offcial 'Publicatieblad' (publication) of June, 8th 1838, (nr. 212). With the countermark the value was set at 25 cents.

Interesting fact

The ¼ Gulden coin from Curaçao (Netherlands Antilles) was minted in 1838 and features a unique countermark, known as C8, which was applied to the coin to indicate its authenticity. This countermark is a small letter "C" surrounded by a wreath, and it can be found on the reverse side of the coin, just below the shield. The use of countermarks was a common practice in the 19th century to prevent counterfeiting, and it adds an interesting element to the coin's design and history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1838)  24000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Gulden (Countermark C8) ND (1838) coin.