5 Cents - Wilhelmina (Pattern) 1935 front 5 Cents - Wilhelmina (Pattern) 1935 back
5 Cents - Wilhelmina (Pattern) 1935 photo
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5 Cents - Wilhelmina Pattern

1935 year
Gold 4.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Netherlands
Queen
Wilhelmina (1890-1948)
Type
Pattern
Year
1935
Value
5 Cents (0.05&nbspNLG)
Currency
Gulden (decimalized, 1817-2001)
Composition
Gold
Weight
4.5 g
Size
21.3 mm
Shape
Square with rounded corners
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#54091
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: 19 5c 35

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Cents - Wilhelmina (Pattern) 1935 from Netherlands made of Gold weighing 4.5g is that it was designed by the Dutch artist and sculptor, Joseph Mendes da Costa. He was known for his work in various fields, including numismatics, and his design for this coin features a portrait of Queen Wilhelmina on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts the Netherlands' coat of arms. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists and is a unique piece of Dutch history.