Netherlands Ant. Silver Coin Value 

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Silver coins were in regular circulation in Netherlands Ant.. The values below represent the intrinsic value of silver coins from Netherlands Ant..

Netherlands Ant. silver coins that are in uncirculated condition, or that may be rare and collectible may also have numismatic value. You can use this table as a guide when buying and selling circulated silver coins from Netherlands Ant..

The melt values are calculated and displayed in USD based on the today's silver spot price of $32.29 per troy ounce.

 
 
Denomination / Currency Years Minted Fineness Gross Weight (g) ASW (g) ASW (oz t) Melt Value
1/10 Gulden 1954- 1970 .640 1.4 0.90 .0288 $0.93
1/4 Gulden 1954- 1970 .640 3.58 2.29 .0737 $2.38
1 Gulden 1952- 1970 .720 10 7.20 .2315 $7.48
2 1/2 Gulden 1964 .720 25 18.00 .5787 $18.69

Netherlands Ant. Silver Coins

The Netherlands Antilles minted various silver coins during the 19th and 20th centuries. Below is a detailed list of these coins, including their silver purity, denomination, characteristics, and numismatic value estimates.

19th Century Silver Coins

1/10 Gulden (1892-1898)

  • Silver Purity: 64%
  • Denomination: 1/10 Gulden
  • Obverse: Features the profile of Queen Wilhelmina.
  • Reverse: Displays the denomination, year, and a crowned Dutch shield.
  • Numismatic Value Estimate: $20-$100 depending on condition (Good to Uncirculated).

1/4 Gulden (1892-1898)

  • Silver Purity: 64%
  • Denomination: 1/4 Gulden
  • Obverse: Queen Wilhelmina's profile.
  • Reverse: Denomination, year of minting, and a crowned Dutch shield.
  • Numismatic Value Estimate: $25-$150 depending on condition (Good to Uncirculated).

20th Century Silver Coins

1 Gulden (1901-1952

  • Silver Purity: 72%
  • Denomination: 1 Gulden
  • Obverse: Features Queen Wilhelmina or Juliana depending on the year.
  • Reverse: Depicts the crowned Dutch shield, with denomination and year of minting.
  • Numismatic Value Estimate: $30-$200 depending on condition (Good to Uncirculated).

The coin saw several changes in portrait as Queen Wilhelmina aged, and later switched to Queen Juliana in 1948.

2 1/2 Gulden (1904-1954)

  • Silver Purity: 72%
  • Denomination: 2 1/2 Gulden
  • Design: Matches the 1 Gulden series with variations in size and denomination.
  • Numismatic Value Estimate: $40-$250 depending on condition (Good to Uncirculated).

These coins were also referred to as "Rijksdaalder" and were minted in smaller quantities during the World Wars.

50 Cent (1904-1952)

  • Silver Purity: 64%
  • Denomination: 50 Cent
  • Obverse: Features Queen Wilhelmina.
  • Reverse: Displays the Dutch crowned shield and denomination.
  • Numismatic Value Estimate: $15-$120 depending on condition (Good to Uncirculated).

Lower denominations like the 50 Cent were more commonly used for circulation and often show more wear.

1/4 Gulden (1952-1962)

  • Silver Purity: 64%
  • Denomination: 1/4 Gulden
  • Obverse: Queen Juliana's portrait.
  • Reverse: Depicts the Dutch shield with the date and denomination.
  • Numismatic Value Estimate: $10-$75 depending on condition (Good to Uncirculated).

Points of Interest

The silver coins from the Netherlands Antilles were heavily influenced by the changes in leadership of the Dutch monarchy. Portraits of both Queen Wilhelmina and Queen Juliana appear across various coin denominations and reflect different historical periods.

Mint marks varied depending on the mint location. Coins minted in the Netherlands Antilles often bear mint marks indicating where they were produced, including marks for Utrecht in the Netherlands.

Many of the larger denominations, like the 2 1/2 Gulden, were minted in smaller quantities during the World Wars, making them rarer and more valuable among collectors today.

These coins are popular with both historical collectors and bullion investors due to their relatively high silver content and historical significance in Caribbean trade.

Use this guide to determine the melt value of Netherlands Ant. silver coins.