Selling Juliana coins

Schulman b.v. guides you through the sale of Juliana coins, either through our internationally attended auctions or through a direct sale. We combine careful appraisal, expert description and high-quality photography with a worldwide network of serious buyers. Schulman b.v. has been active since 1880 and stands out with its own auction app and a luxury hardcover catalogue. Together these maximise market exposure and the final result.

Numismatic expert examining a coin for collection assessment

What are Juliana coins?

Juliana coins are Dutch circulation coins from the reign of Queen Juliana (1948-1980). The obverse shows the portrait of Juliana and the reverse the Dutch coat of arms. Several denominations appeared in this period, such as cents, dimes, quarters, guilders and rijksdaalders. Early years contain silver, later issues are nickel. The value ranges from material value to considerable collector value, depending on year, rarity, quality and any proof issues.

Features in a nutshell

Period: 1948-1980
Material silver in the early years, later nickel
Denominations: cents, dimes, quarters, guilders and national thalers
Design: portrait of Queen Juliana and the Dutch coat of arms
Archive of historic coins and collectables for research and appraisal

Selling Juliana coins: auction or direct sale

Auction: maximum market exposure and international reach

If you choose our auction, we place the selected Juliana coins in our luxury hardcover catalogue, on our online auction platform and in the auction app. That reaches collectors worldwide and lets you benefit from competition between bidders, especially with rare or high-grade pieces. We take care of the description, the photography and the international presentation.

Benefits of auctioning

A large international audience of serious collectors.
Accurate catalogue texts and high-quality photography.
Luxury printed catalogue plus visibility on the website and in the app.
Transparent auction commission, agreed in advance.

Direct sale: quick and discreet

If you want to sell Juliana coins without going through an auction, a direct sale is the answer. Our specialists assess your coins carefully and make you a market-based proposal. This route suits larger batches and coins that mainly represent material value. If a piece turns out to carry collector value, we advise the auction.

Benefits of a direct sale

Smooth and discreet handling.
Certainty about the proceeds once agreed.
Practical for larger batches or precious metal-driven collections.

Value and appraisal of Juliana coins

A fair value estimation is related to several factors:
Condition: the higher the quality (e.g. UNC or FDC), the greater the aggregate value.
Rarity and year: scarce years or variants attract more interest.
Material: silver years also represent silver value.
Proof and origin: limited editions or well-documented origins increase the appeal.

Our specialists will carefully value your Juliana coins and advise you on the best sales route. Where relevant, we supervise NGC or PCGS grading to objectively substantiate quality and authenticity. This increases trust among international buyers.

Have your coins valued

How we work: from registration to proceeds

  1. First contact and pre-selection
    Please contact us or visit our gallery in Amsterdam. Based on photos or a short conversation, we provide an initial indication and advice: auction or direct sale.
  2. Valuation and proposal
    We value the Juliana coins and discuss strategy, planning and conditions, including the commission when auctioning.
  3. Catalogue and photography
    We describe and photograph the pieces according to our high standards. At auction, selected lots will be placed in the hardcover catalog, online and in the app.
  4. Sales moment
    In the auction, you benefit from international market forces. In the case of direct sales, you will receive the agreed fee after agreement.
  5. Settlements & payment
    After an auction, we pay out within eight weeks of the end. During the process, your permanent contact person remains available for questions.
Coin expert examining gold coins for assessment and valuation

Why Schulman b.v. at Juliana coins?

  1. Since 1880:
    decades of expertise, supported by a historical archive.
  2. International visibility:
    own auctions, website and auction app.
  3. Hardcover catalogue:
    distinctive presentation quality
  4. Security and quality:
    partnership with Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) and Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS).
  5. Commission:
    transparent and agreed in advance.

These characteristics are demonstrably causing broad interest and strong results.

Numismatic expert examining a coin for collection assessment

When do I choose an auction and when a direct sale?

Rare, high-grade or graded pieces usually perform best at auction. Large batches or coins that mainly represent material value are usually better suited to a direct sale.

Do you also assess nickel Juliana coins?

Yes. Nickel can carry collector value in exceptional quality, scarce years or variants. We appraise per coin or per coherent set.

Do you arrange grading?

Yes. We supervise NGC and PCGS grading where it adds value, so you can approach the international market with extra confidence.

What does a Juliana guilder or rijksdaalder fetch?

That varies by year and quality. After assessment we are happy to give you a realistic indication.

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