1943 Netherlands 25 Cents (Kwartje) - Queen Wilhelmina
Royal Dutch Mint (Utrecht - Produced at Philadelphia Mint) · Collectibles & Antiques > Coins & Paper Money
Era / Decade
1940s (1943). Specifically, this is the WWII-era 'London' type minted in the US for use in liberating the Netherlands.
Material
0.640 Fine Silver. Weight: 3.575g. Silver Content: approximately 0.0735 oz ASW (Actual Silver Weight).
Condition
Good to Very Good (Circulated). Visible surface wear, minor toning and dirt in the crevices, but the portrait and legend 'WILHELMINA KONINGIN DER NEDERLANDEN' remain legible.
Demand Level
Moderate. Steady demand among world coin collectors and history buffs, but high supply makes it easy to find.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$3.00 - $12.00 (Low: silver melt value (~$2) + small premium; Mid: $5-$7; High: $12 if it were uncirculated, which this is not).
Estimated Retail Value
$5.00 - $8.00 (Current numismatic retail for average circulated silver 25c coins)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sold listings for circulated 1943 25-cent Dutch coins range from $3.50 to $6.00 plus shipping. High-grade (MS60+) examples can reach $20+, but this coin is in standard circulated condition.
Description
A 1943 25-cent (Kwartje) coin from the Netherlands featuring the profile of Queen Wilhelmina. This coin was minted at the Philadelphia Mint (indicated by the lack of a mint mark or specific wartime designators) during World War II for the Dutch government-in-exile. It represents a piece of European history with a reeded edge and silver composition.
Key Features
Silver bullion content, historical WWII context (minted in USA for Dutch liberation), discontinued currency replaced by the Euro, high marketability for world coin collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct typography for the era, proper silver luster visible under oxidation, correct weight-to-diameter ratio for a Dutch Kwartje. No common counterfeits exist for this specific low-denomination year.
Flaws to Note
Significant surface wear (circulated), darkening/toning, minor scratches. Not a 'proof' or 'uncirculated' specimen. Do not clean, as this destroys numismatic value.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for reaching global coin collectors), Etsy (if sold as jewelry or history gifts), or local coin shops (best for quick cash, though they will pay closer to melt price).
Selling Tips
Do NOT clean the coin with chemicals or abrasive cloths. Take high-resolution photos of both the obverse and reverse on a neutral background. Use keywords: 'Silver', '1943', 'Netherlands', 'Wilhelmina', 'WWII', 'Kwartje'. Use an envelope/stamped letter to keep shipping costs low for a single coin.
Notes
1943 25 cents