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5 Cents - Willem II
1848 year| Silver (.640) | 0.685 g | 12.5 mm |
| Issuer | Netherlands |
|---|---|
| King | William II (1840-1849) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1848 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 NLG) |
| Currency | Gulden (decimalized, 1817-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.640) |
| Weight | 0.685 g |
| Diameter | 12.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 28 January 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#124260 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
A wreath surrounding the face value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
CENTS
1848.
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The coin in the picture is fake, and it is only a reference to the real coin.The obverse dies were only available after the death of Willem II, so only a small number were minted for testing purposes.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Cents - Willem II 1848 coin from the Netherlands is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. The coin was issued in 1848, which was the same year that the Netherlands experienced a revolution that led to the abdication of King Willem II and the establishment of a new government. Despite this upheaval, the coin remained in circulation and was used by the people of the Netherlands as a symbol of stability and continuity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1848 | 230 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents - Willem II 1848 coin.
