Netherlands – 1 Cent 1924 Bronze – Key Date with Slight Die Rotation (~5%) Scarce and desirable 1924 1 Cent from the Kingdom of the Netherlands, struck in bronze during the interwar period. Within the early 20th-century Dutch cent series, the 1924 issue is widely recognized as a key date due to its comparatively lower mintage and noticeably greater difficulty in high-grade preservation. Collectors assembling a complete run of pre-World War II Dutch bronze coinage consistently identify 1924 as one of the more challenging pieces to secure in attractive condition. Obverse: The crowned Dutch lion rampant holding a sword and bundle of arrows, set within a finely lined circular background. Surrounding legend reads “KONINGRIJK DER NEDERLANDEN,” with the date 1924 positioned below. The intricate horizontal line pattern behind the lion remains visible, providing depth and texture to the design. The lion’s mane, facial features, and the detailing in the arrows remain distinct despite circulation. Peripheral lettering is bold and evenly struck, with the beaded border largely intact. Reverse: Large central denomination “1 CENT” enclosed within an oak wreath tied by a ribbon at the base. The oak leaves and acorns display solid relief, with clear vein structure visible in multiple leaves. The ribbon knot at the bottom remains defined. The fields exhibit an even, medium-brown patina consistent with aged bronze, enhancing contrast between raised devices and background. Technical specifications: Metal: Bronze Denomination: 1 Cent Country: Kingdom of the Netherlands Year: 1924 Alignment: Slight die rotation approximately 5% This example presents a subtle but collectible die rotation of approximately 5%. When the coin is turned vertically from obverse to reverse, the reverse is not perfectly aligned, showing a minor rotational offset. While modest in degree, such rotational varieties are sought after by specialists in Dutch mint anomalies and alignment errors, particularly when found on a recognized key date. The rotation appears consistent with mint striking characteristics rather than post-strike manipulation. Historical context: The 1924 issue was struck during the reign of Queen Wilhelmina and belongs to a period marked by economic recovery and monetary stabilization in the Netherlands following World War I. Bronze minor coinage from this era circulated extensively in daily commerce, and surviving examples often show heavy wear. As a result, well-preserved pieces with clear detail are increasingly difficult to locate. Condition: The coin shows honest circulation wear consistent with mid-grade preservation. Major design elements remain sharp and legible. The surfaces display natural toning with no evident harsh cleaning from the images provided. Edge appears regular with expected minor circulation marks. The combination of key-date status and the presence of a measurable die rotation makes this coin particularly appealing. It offers dual interest: essential for date collectors completing a Dutch cent series, and attractive to variety specialists focused on mint alignment anomalies. A strong addition to any collection of Dutch coinage, European bronze minors, or early 20th-century circulation types. The 1924 1 Cent remains one of the more important dates of the series, and examples with additional technical interest such as die rotation are seldom encountered.