Premium Lots from the Upper Segment of Schulman Auctions
Schulman B.V. has more than 145 years of experience in auctioning coins and tokens at an international level. This broad and carefully curated range includes a select group of objects that belong to the higher segment of the numismatic market. These masterpieces are characterised by their exceptional rarity, high quality and a strong historical and cultural-historical context.
On this Schulman Learn page, we explain what is meant by masterpieces and provide a documented overview of special objects that have been offered through Schulman auctions.
What do we mean by masterpieces?
Top items in Schulman auctions are usually characterized by a combination of factors:
- extreme rarity or unique design
- high degree of preservation
- important place in the history of currency
- limited availability on the international market
- continued interest among advanced collectors and institutions
This is emphatically about numismatic and cultural-historical quality, not speculative value.
Examples of top items in the higher segment
Kingdom of Holland — 20 Guilder 1808
Louis Napoleon (1806—1810)
Schulman b.v., Auction 365, Lot 1867
Gold, 13.66 g
A key piece in Dutch napoleonic numismatics. Only four copies of this type are known to be in private hands. The piece has not appeared on the market for decades and is considered one of the rarest Dutch gold coins.
Revenue: €120,000 (October 22, 2020)
A key piece in Dutch napoleonic numismatics. Only four copies of this type are known to be in private hands. The piece has not appeared on the market for decades and is considered one of the rarest Dutch gold coins.
Holland — Golden ducaton (10 ducat weight) 1687
Province of Holland
Schulman b.v., Auction 368, Lot 661
Gold minted at the weight of ten ducats
An exceptional provincial issue based on the silver rider. Such large gold pieces are among the absolute top segment in the Republic of the United Netherlands.
Revenue: €110,000 (October 28, 2021)
An exceptional provincial issue based on the silver rider. Such large gold pieces are among the absolute top segment in the Republic of the United Netherlands.
Kingdom of the Netherlands — 10 Guilder 1828
William I (1815—1840)
Schulman b.v., Auction 375, Lot 1055
An extremely rare early issue of the golden tenner. This type is missing from several important collections and is known for its limited edition and historical significance.
Revenue: €110,000 (April 6, 2023)
An extremely rare early issue of the golden tenner. This type is missing from several important collections and is known for its limited edition and historical significance.
Great Britain — 5 Guineas 1753
George II (1727—1760)
Schulman b.v., Auction 376, Lot 62
The last regular issue of this major gold denomination. This type marks an important moment in British currency history and is among the most sought after guineas.
Revenue: €95,000 (June 22, 2023)
The last regular issue of this major gold denomination. This type marks an important moment in British currency history and is among the most sought after guineas.
Holland — Golden ducaton (10 ducat weight) 1703
Province of Holland
Schulman b.v., Auction 377, Lot 334
A monumental provincial gold coin based on the iconography of the silver ducaton. The combination of size, design and origin makes this a distinct masterpiece.
Revenue: €110,000 (October 19, 2023)
A monumental provincial gold coin based on the iconography of the silver ducaton. The combination of size, design and origin makes this a distinct masterpiece.
Zeeland — Design of the golden Rijksdaalder 1682
Province of Zeeland
Schulman b.v., Auction 365, Lot 1866
An exceptional piece of design, weighed at the weight of ten ducats. The combination of design, size and origin places this object in the highest segment of Zeeland's currency.
Revenue: €85,000 (October 22, 2020)
An exceptional piece of design, weighed at the weight of ten ducats. The combination of design, size and origin places this object in the highest segment of Zeeland's currency.
Transylvania — 3 Ducats 1694
Leopold I (1657—1705)
Schulman b.v., Auction 365, Lot 1626
An extremely rare multiple ducat piece from Central Europe. The powerful baroque portrayal and the sharply beaten imperial eagle make this an internationally acclaimed collector's item.
Revenue: €55,000 (October 22, 2020)
An extremely rare multiple ducat piece from Central Europe. The powerful baroque portrayal and the sharply beaten imperial eagle make this an internationally acclaimed collector's item.
South Africa — ½ Pound 1892 (Proof)
South African Republic, Paul Kruger
Schulman b.v., Auction 370, Lot 63
An iconic South African gold coin with an extremely limited edition. This type is considered a key object in South African numismatics.
Revenue: €45,000 (April 12, 2022)
An iconic South African gold coin with an extremely limited edition. This type is considered a key object in South African numismatics.
Russia — Coronation Medal Nicholas I 1826
Nicholas I (1825—1855)
Schulman b.v., Auction 383, Lot 240
A monumental gold medal issued on the occasion of the coronation of Tsar Nicholas I. The design reflects the ceremonial and ideological significance of the Russian Empire in the early nineteenth century.
Revenue: €60,000 (March 26, 2025)
A monumental gold medal issued on the occasion of the coronation of Tsar Nicholas I. The design reflects the ceremonial and ideological significance of the Russian Empire in the early nineteenth century.
Why these top pieces at Schulman?
Schulman combines specialist knowledge with careful selection. Masterpieces are always extensively researched, historically explained and presented professionally, so that they come to the attention of an international audience in the right context.
Who is the higher segment for?
The higher segment particularly appeals to:
- advanced collectors
- heirs with historically significant collections
- museums and institutions
- enthusiasts who seek to deepen quality and origin
