Netherlands World War II Meat Ration Coupon

Netherlands · 1940 · 100 grams meat

A rectangular Dutch ration coupon from 1940, printed in black on light paper, for 100 grams of meat. It features text in Dutch, a serial number, and a perforated line for separation.

This ration coupon is a historical artifact from World War II, illustrating the severe rationing of essential goods like food in the Netherlands during the German occupation. Such coupons were vital for managing scarce resources and ensuring equitable distribution among the population.