A historic silver coin from the Netherlands, minted in 1941 during the reign of Queen Wilhelmina (1890-1948). This standard circulation coin was part of the Dutch Gulden system, which remained in use until the introduction of the Euro.
The obverse features a left-facing portrait of Queen Wilhelmina, with her raised hair, surrounded by the inscription "WILHELMINA KONINGIN DER NEDERLANDEN" (Wilhelmina, Queen of the Netherlands).
The reverse displays the denomination "10 CENTS" above the year "1941", enclosed within a wreath of laurel leaves.
The edge is reeded, characteristic of Dutch silver coinage of the era.
Specifications:
🔹 Country: Netherlands
🔹 Ruler: Queen Wilhelmina (1890-1948)
🔹 Year of Issue: 1941
🔹 Denomination: 10 Cents
🔹 Composition: Silver (.640)
🔹 Weight: 1.4 g
🔹 Diameter: 15 mm
🔹 Thickness: 1 mm
🔹 Shape: Round
🔹 Edge: Reeded
🔹 Technique: Milled
🔹 Orientation: Coin alignment
🔹 Mint: Royal Dutch Mint, Utrecht
This 1941 10 Cents coin was minted during World War II, at a time when the Netherlands was under German occupation. The coin was still struck in silver, but later wartime issues saw changes in materials due to shortages. Because of its historical context, it remains a highly collectible piece for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
