Netherlands 2 1/2 Gulden (Rijksdaalder) - Wilhelmina

Kingdom of the Netherlands (Minted in Denver, USA) · 1943

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

Country: Kingdom of the Netherlands (Minted in Denver, USA)
Year: 1943
Denomination: 2 1/2 Gulden (Rijksdaalder)
Metal: .720 Silver

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Overview

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

Historical significance

Struck during World War II by the Denver Mint for the Dutch government-in-exile. These coins were intended for use in the Netherlands after liberation and in the Dutch territories.

Obverse (front)

Head of Queen Wilhelmina facing left with hair in a bun. Legend: WILHELMINA KONINGIN DER NEDERLANDEN.

Reverse (back)

Crowned coat of arms of the Netherlands separating the value 2 1/2 G. Legend: MUNT VAN HET KONINGRIJK DER NEDERLANDEN. Date 1943 D at the bottom.

Estimated value

$15 - $25 in Very Fine (VF) to Extremely Fine (XF) condition; $40 - $70+ in Mint State (MS-63+)

What drives this coin's value

Condition/grade and silver spot price. Cleaned or scratched examples significantly lose value compared to ones with original luster.

Grade assessment

Extremely Fine (XF) - Shows light wear on the high points of the hair and the crown, but most detail remains sharp. Some surface bag marks visible.

Mintage & rarity

2,000,000; relatively common for the era but sought after by WWII collectors.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for the correct edge lettering. Forgeries exist; verify the weight of exactly 25g and ensure the mint mark 'D' and palm tree privy mark are crisp.

Notable varieties & errors

None widely recognized; however, surface condition and toning can greatly impact eye appeal and price.

Similar coins

The 1943 1 Gulden coin. Distinguishable by size and the '1 G' denomination vs '2 1/2 G'.

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges only to avoid skin oil transfer. Do not clean or polish, as this removes numismatic patina and reduces value. Store in an acid-free holder.