Front side of πŸ‡³πŸ‡± NETHERLANDS – Dutch Coin Tradition 2Β½ Cent 1945 coin
Back side of πŸ‡³πŸ‡± NETHERLANDS – Dutch Coin Tradition 2Β½ Cent 1945 coin
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  • Obverse: Crowned coat of arms of the Netherlands with lion and inscription "NEDERL. INDIE".

  • Reverse: Denomination “2½ CENT” with year “1945” in center, surrounded by a wreath.

  • Composition: Bronze.

  • Weight: ~4.85 g.

  • Diameter: 22 mm.

  • Mint: Likely Utrecht or Philadelphia (wartime issues).

Historical Insight:
1945 was a turning point for the region, with the end of World War II and the proclamation of Indonesian independence. Coins of this year symbolize the last stage of colonial control before the birth of a new nation.

Verified πŸ‡³πŸ‡± NETHERLANDS – Dutch Coin Tradition 2Β½ Cent 1945

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