Historical information

Willem-Alexander was the first child born to Crown Princess Beatrix and Prins Claus.

Significance

Willem-Alexander became King of the Netherlands in 2013 on the abdecation of his mother Queen Beatrix.

Physical description

Cream coloured vase-shaped souvenir mug commemorating birth of Willem-Alexander of Orange on 27 April, 1967.

Inscriptions & markings

Willem Alexander's coat of arms on an orange, white and blue banner is surmounted by a bouquest of orange branches. Underneath is the inscription 27 April 1967 Willem-Alexander.
On the other side the Dutch National flag and an Orange Banner are crossed against the background of a colourful tree.