1942 Netherlands East Indies 50 Cent Banknote – Queen Wilhelmina – WWII Era – Pick 116

Add an important piece of World War II and Dutch colonial history to your collection with this 1942 Netherlands East Indies 50 Cent banknote. Issued during one of the most turbulent periods in the Dutch East Indies (modern-day Indonesia), this attractive note features a portrait of Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands alongside the Dutch coat of arms.

Printed by the American Bank Note Company, these emergency issue notes circulated during the Japanese advance into the Dutch East Indies and remain popular with collectors of wartime currency, colonial banknotes, and world paper money.

Features

• Country: Netherlands East Indies (Dutch East Indies)
• Denomination: 50 Cent
• Year: 1942
• Catalogue Reference: Pick 116
• Serial Number: FD157822
• Printer: American Bank Note Company
• Portrait: Queen Wilhelmina
• Language: Dutch and Malay
• Historical Period: World War II

Condition

Presented in very good circulated condition, retaining strong colour, crisp printing, and clear serial numbers. There is honest handling wear consistent with age and circulation. Please examine the photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description and condition assessment.

Historical Significance

This 50 Cent note was issued shortly before the Japanese occupation of the Dutch East Indies in 1942. It represents one of the final series of Dutch colonial banknotes used in the region before significant political and economic changes reshaped Southeast Asia. Notes from this period are highly sought after for their historical importance and distinctive colonial-era design.

Whether you’re collecting World War II memorabilia, Dutch colonial currency, or historic world banknotes, this is a fascinating and affordable addition to any collection.