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5 Gulden - Willem II

1843 year
Gold (.900) 3.3645 g 18.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Netherlands
King
William II (1840-1849)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1843
Value
5 Gulden (5&nbspNLG)
Currency
Gulden (decimalized, 1817-2001)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
3.3645 g
Diameter
18.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#43775
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: MUNT VAN HET KONINGRYK DER NEDERLANDEN.1843.

Translation: Mint of the Kingdom of the Netherlands

Engraver: Johannes Petrus Schouberg

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Gulden - Willem II 1843 coin from the Netherlands is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system aimed at stabilizing the Dutch economy, which had been struggling with inflation and financial instability in the early 19th century. Despite the challenges of its time, the coin has become a sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1843  1595 - - - - - -

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