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United States
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At first glance, I thought this coin was from Norway, until the crest and monarch's initial obviously do not fit. I really need a 19C. Krause, but in the meantime...am I right to guess this is Netherlands, William I, perhaps a 1 cent coin?  There are a few interesting details on this coin, such as the raised tooling lines in the crown--from a lathe? I also see possible doubling on the 3 of the date. Thanks for your help!   |
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United States
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The rearing lion on that field is indeed Dutch. This is the only example I've got scanned in at the moment:  Another hint is the two mint marks at the bottom. The caduceus is required by law to be visible on any coin minted at the Dutch Mint. As to the variety details, that's your specialty! I just know my cats.  Edited by ElleKitty
11/25/2008 5:38 pm
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 United States
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Ah, I see the pattern around the lion matches too--that must be Netherlands, thanks! Yes, I think I put every coin I own under a microscope  That's a pretty 1925 1c! |
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United States
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^^; This is one of my absolute favourite coins ever. I dug it out of the bargain bin years ago and kept it because of the incredible colour. I should try to photograph it again someday soon, see if I can't get a better photo of it. The only sad thing is the black marks on the obv near the Lion's head. I sometimes wish I had a microscope to put my coins under! All I have is a Nikon Coolpix. Don't get me wrong, I love my camera! But I find myself daily wanting something ... better.  |
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This is indeed a cent of the Netherlands, struck at the Utrecht Mint. The W is the initial of William I. From 1815 until 1830 the kingdom of the Netherlands included the nowadays kingdoms of Belgium and the Netherlands. After the revolution of 1830, Belgium seceded.
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Bart, thank you for the information! KT, since a know a bit about macro photography, I would be happy to suggest a new setup for you. Of course, many of the Nikon CoolPix are pretty good at macros too. |
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Kurt,
Here's the Krause info on it:
KM# 47 1817-1837
Denomination Cent
Country Netherlands
Government Kingdom
Ruler William I
Coinage Type Standard Coinage
Composition Copper
Weight 3.845 g
Diameter 22 mm
Edge Type Plain
Description Obverse Crowned W divides date
Description Reverse Crowned arms divides value
There's a 1823B (Belgium?) also..
1823 Mintage 22,300,142 F: 9.00 VF: 18.00 XF: 50.00
1823B Mintage 11,530,819 F: 10.00 VF: 25.00 XF: 80.00
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United States
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Renee--thanks for that info! I really need a book, lol. So I guess I got an OK deal for $1.60? Cool! |
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Germany
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@xshift: When that coin was issued, Belgium did not exist as a separate independent country yet (see bart's reply). So if you come across such a 1 cent coin which has a "B" instead of a caduceus (and a palm twig as a mintmaster sign), that would be from Brussels ...
Christian
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So I guess I got an OK deal for $1.60? I'd definitely say so Christian, thanks.. that helps  |
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