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2½ Gulden - Beatrix
| Nickel | 10 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Netherlands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Beatrix (1980-2013) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1982-2001 |
| Value | 2½ Gulden (2.5 NLG) |
| Currency | Gulden (decimalized, 1817-2001) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Thickness | 2.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | 9 o'clock ↑← |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#2153 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Value within horizontal, vertical and diagonal lines, privy mark and mintmark on the sides of date. The fraction line in "1/2" is not shown.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 1 2 G
1982
Engraver: Bruno Ninaber van Eyben
Edge
Inscripted
Lettering: GOD * ZIJ * MET * ONS
Translation: GOD * BE * WITH * US
Comment
Coin orientation is between coin and medal.Interesting fact
The 2½ Gulden coin from the Netherlands, featuring Queen Beatrix, has a unique feature that makes it stand out from other coins. The coin has a "hidden" image of a queen's profile, which can be seen when the coin is viewed at a certain angle. This hidden image is known as a "latent image" and was intentionally designed by the coin's creators to add an extra layer of security to the coin. This feature makes the coin difficult to counterfeit, and it's a fascinating aspect of the coin that collectors and enthusiasts find intriguing.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1983 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1985 | 17000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1986 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1987 | 18000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1988 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1989 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1990 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1991 | 14000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1992 | 13000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1993 | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1994 | 13000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1995 | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1996 | 14000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1997 | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1998 | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1999 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2000 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2001 | 17000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Gulden - Beatrix 1982-2001 coin.
