Netherlands 1 Gulden (Wilhelmina, World War II)

Netherlands (issued under the authority of the Dutch government-in-exile) · 1943

A silver-colored coin featuring the profile of Queen Wilhelmina on the obverse and the crowned coat of arms of the Netherlands on the reverse.

Country: Netherlands (issued under the authority of the Dutch government-in-exile)
Year: 1943
Denomination: 1 Gulden
Metal: 0.720 Silver (Silver-Copper alloy)

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Overview

A silver-colored coin featuring the profile of Queen Wilhelmina on the obverse and the crowned coat of arms of the Netherlands on the reverse.

Historical significance

Minted by the United States during World War II at the request of the Dutch government-in-exile while the Netherlands was under Axis occupation. These coins were produced in the U.S. and sent to the Netherlands and its colonies to ensure a stable currency supply upon liberation.

Obverse (front)

Effigy of Queen Wilhelmina with hair in a bun facing left. Legend: 'WILHELMINA KONINGIN DER NEDERLANDEN'. Designer: Johannes Cornelis Wienecke.

Reverse (back)

Crowned coat of arms of the Netherlands dividing the denomination '1-G'. Legend: 'MUNT VAN HET KONINKRIJK DER NEDERLANDEN'. Date '1943' at the bottom. Privy marks: Palm tree and Acorn.

Estimated value

$8-$12 in Very Fine, $15-$25 in Extremely Fine, $35+ in Uncirculated (MS-60+)

What drives this coin's value

Silver content (melt value), grade/condition, and the presence of the Denver 'D' mint mark. Surfaces that show evidence of harsh cleaning (harsh scrubbing) will be significantly less valuable.

Grade assessment

Fine to Very Fine. Shows significant surface wear, minor pitting, and numerous small contact marks/scratches. Details in the Queen's hair and the shield on the reverse are worn smooth in high points.

Mintage & rarity

20,000,000. Relatively common, though high-grade examples with original luster are sought after.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Verify weight (10g) and check for the lettered edge ('GOD ZIJ MET ONS'). Counterfeits of these common silver issues are rare, but 'silver-plated' base metal copies exist.

Notable varieties & errors

Some minor die errors exist, but no major recognized varieties for this specific mintage.

Similar coins

Confused with pre-war (1922-1940) 1 Gulden silver coins which have slightly different hair styles/portraits and lack the 'D' mint mark.

Care & preservation

Do not clean or polish the coin, as this removes original surface patina and significantly lowers numismatic value. Store in an acid-free PVC-free holder (like a cardboard flip or plastic capsule) away from humidity and extreme temperature changes.