الوصف
• Country: Netherlands
• Denomination: 10 Cents
• Year: 1943
• Ruler: Wilhelmina of the Netherlands
• Metal: 64% Silver, 36% Copper
• Weight: approx. 1.3 grams
• Diameter: 16 mm
• Edge: Plain
⚠️ Important: 1943 coins were struck during WWII while the Netherlands was under German occupation. Some issues were struck in exile.
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🖼 Design Details
Obverse:
• Left-facing portrait of Queen Wilhelmina
• Inscription: “WILHELMINA KONINGIN DER NEDERLANDEN”
Reverse:
• Large “10 C”
• Dutch crown above
• Date 1943
• Decorative wreath design
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🏷 Grading (Your Slab)
• Grading Company: MEGA – Middle East Grading Alliance
• Grade: XF 45 (Extremely Fine)
• Noted: STAINED
✔ Light wear
✔ Strong portrait detail
⚠️ “Stained” means surface discoloration or toning spots, which slightly reduces value.
From your photo, there is visible dark toning consistent with staining.
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💰 Value Estimate
Because it is silver:
• Silver content ≈ 0.0267 troy oz
• Melt value is modest (small coin)
Market value in XF with staining:
• $5 – $12 USD
If unstained and higher grade:
• Could reach $15–25 USD
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⭐ Collector Notes
• WWII-era Dutch coinage is popular.
• Small silver denomination makes it collectible but not rare.
• Condition and eye appeal matter more than rarity.