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uncommon1900-1945
Dutch WWII Food Ration Coupon Sheet
Netherlands · 1940 · Various gram and point values (e.g., 100 gram, 50 gram, 100 punten)
A sheet of Dutch food ration coupons from WWII, featuring various denominations in grams and points, with text 'VOEDSELBON' and 'DISTRIBUTIEKAART'. The design is utilitarian, with perforations for individual coupons.
These coupons were essential during WWII in the Netherlands for managing scarce resources and ensuring equitable distribution of food among the population under German occupation. They represent a critical aspect of daily life during wartime.
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