Zes Nederlandse muntlepeltjes met wandrek – in de traditie van ‘stil verzet’ WW2 - Tea spoon - Copper, Metal - Tea spoons, set aside.
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Six Dutch coin spoons with a wall rack dating to 1940–1950, made of copper and metal with silver-coloured spoons, in the tradition of the wartime ‘stil verzet’.
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Six Dutch coin spoons with wall rack – in the tradition of ‘silent resistance’
Small spoons with a big story. This decorative set of six coin spoons with accompanying wall rack combines inventive craftsmanship with Dutch coin history and the symbolism of the so-called ‘silent resistance’.
The spoons have gracefully faceted stems, with a small Dutch coin on the top and a larger coin shaped into the spoon bowl on the bottom. On the coins you can see the Dutch lion, the inscription ‘Koningrijk der Nederlanden’ and various years. The shield-shaped wall rack has a scalloped top edge, copper-colored decorative nails and two hanging loops. The warm metal of the rack forms a beautiful contrast with the silver-colored spoons.
Historical background
During the German occupation, Dutch coins were used to make jewelry and small everyday objects. Such items could express allegiance to the Netherlands and loyalty to the royal house: a modest, symbolic form of resistance.
The War Museum Rotterdam preserves a comparable coin spoon, dated 1940–1945, and describes this type of coin work as a form of passive resistance and loy dalty to the royal house. This set fits within that tradition. The exact date of manufacture of these six spoons and the rack has not been determined separately; the years on the coins are coin years.
A characterful collectible for enthusiasts of Dutch history, coin work and war memorabilia. Also as wall decoration, the complete presentation is a striking eye-catcher.
Features
* Set of six coin spoons with metal wall rack.
* Dutch coins with lion motif and different coin years.
* Gracefully faceted, silver-colored stems.
* Shield-shaped rack with scalloped top edge and copper-colored decorative nails.
* Equipped with two hanging loops.
* Type associated with the tradition of ‘silent resistance’ during World War II.
* Maker and exact metal composition unknown.
Condition
With visible signs of use and age, including scratches, discolorations and patina on the rack and spoons. The coin reliefs show wear.
Dimensions
Height 11.5 cm
Width 14.5 cm
Depth 3 cm
Photos give a clear impression of the quality and are part of the description. The interior photos have been generated with AI and are for illustration only of the object in a living environment.
Shipping
Shipping only to destinations within the European Union and only via Catawiki Smart Shipping.
We do not ship to countries outside the European Union. Manual shipment outside the Smart Shipping procedure is not offered.
Shipping takes place only when Catawiki provides a regular Smart Shipping label for the buyer’s specified delivery address within the normal EU shipping procedure.
If additional customs formalities, an EORI registration, tax registration or another seller registration are required for a delivery address and thereby no regular EU Smart Shipping label can be created, the order cannot be processed outside Smart Shipping. In that case the order must be reviewed and handled via Catawiki.
The item is carefully and securely packed and shipped with track & trace. The shipping costs also include packaging, packing materials and processing of the shipment.
Pickup is only possible when the lot is auctioned for more than €50, only by appointment and during office hours.
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Six Dutch coin spoons with wall rack – in the tradition of ‘silent resistance’
Small spoons with a big story. This decorative set of six coin spoons with accompanying wall rack combines inventive craftsmanship with Dutch coin history and the symbolism of the so-called ‘silent resistance’.
The spoons have gracefully faceted stems, with a small Dutch coin on the top and a larger coin shaped into the spoon bowl on the bottom. On the coins you can see the Dutch lion, the inscription ‘Koningrijk der Nederlanden’ and various years. The shield-shaped wall rack has a scalloped top edge, copper-colored decorative nails and two hanging loops. The warm metal of the rack forms a beautiful contrast with the silver-colored spoons.
Historical background
During the German occupation, Dutch coins were used to make jewelry and small everyday objects. Such items could express allegiance to the Netherlands and loyalty to the royal house: a modest, symbolic form of resistance.
The War Museum Rotterdam preserves a comparable coin spoon, dated 1940–1945, and describes this type of coin work as a form of passive resistance and loy dalty to the royal house. This set fits within that tradition. The exact date of manufacture of these six spoons and the rack has not been determined separately; the years on the coins are coin years.
A characterful collectible for enthusiasts of Dutch history, coin work and war memorabilia. Also as wall decoration, the complete presentation is a striking eye-catcher.
Features
* Set of six coin spoons with metal wall rack.
* Dutch coins with lion motif and different coin years.
* Gracefully faceted, silver-colored stems.
* Shield-shaped rack with scalloped top edge and copper-colored decorative nails.
* Equipped with two hanging loops.
* Type associated with the tradition of ‘silent resistance’ during World War II.
* Maker and exact metal composition unknown.
Condition
With visible signs of use and age, including scratches, discolorations and patina on the rack and spoons. The coin reliefs show wear.
Dimensions
Height 11.5 cm
Width 14.5 cm
Depth 3 cm
Photos give a clear impression of the quality and are part of the description. The interior photos have been generated with AI and are for illustration only of the object in a living environment.
Shipping
Shipping only to destinations within the European Union and only via Catawiki Smart Shipping.
We do not ship to countries outside the European Union. Manual shipment outside the Smart Shipping procedure is not offered.
Shipping takes place only when Catawiki provides a regular Smart Shipping label for the buyer’s specified delivery address within the normal EU shipping procedure.
If additional customs formalities, an EORI registration, tax registration or another seller registration are required for a delivery address and thereby no regular EU Smart Shipping label can be created, the order cannot be processed outside Smart Shipping. In that case the order must be reviewed and handled via Catawiki.
The item is carefully and securely packed and shipped with track & trace. The shipping costs also include packaging, packing materials and processing of the shipment.
Pickup is only possible when the lot is auctioned for more than €50, only by appointment and during office hours.
coin spoons, silent resistance, quiet resistance, World War II, WWII, Dutch coins, coin art, coin work, spoon rack, wall rack, royal loyalty, home craftsmanship, war memorabilia, coin spoons, Dutch coin spoons. 1940-1945
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Tea spoons, set aside.
Country of origin
Netherlands
Manufacturer/brand
Zes Nederlandse muntlepeltjes met wandrek – in de traditie van ‘stil verzet’ WW2
Material
Copper, Metal
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
11.5 cm
Width
14.5 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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