How can I verify the authenticity of a Royal Dutch Mint coin?

The mint uses the 'Caduceus' or Mercury's staff mark to certify authenticity on Dutch coinage since 1815. Coins struck between 2017 and 2026 also feature specific mintmaster marks, such as the Sint Servaas bridge for Stephan Satijn. Certification from PCGS or NGC often confirms the strike quality for proof-like issues.

What are the rarest and most expensive Royal Dutch Mint coins?

The 1892 10-gulden gold coin featuring Queen Wilhelmina with loose hair is among the most expensive, with high-grade specimens reaching auction prices over €25,000 at auctions like Heritage Europe. The 1867 Silver 5-cent coin is another high-value rarity due to its extremely low mintage of 100 units.

Who owns the Royal Dutch Mint today?

In 2017, the Belgian investment group Heylen Group acquired the mint from the Dutch state for €2.4 million. In 2020, the operations moved from the historic Utrecht building to a new high-tech facility called 'The Dutch Vault' in Houten, which now produces coins for various international central banks.

How much is a vintage Dutch commemorative coin worth?

Standard 10-gulden coins from 1970 or 1973 typically sell for their silver melt value plus a 10-15% premium, usually ranging between €12 and €20. Proof sets in original blue plastic or leather packaging from the 1980s and 1990s fetch higher prices, often between €35 and €100 depending on the specific year and metal content.

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ROYAL DUTCH MINT

The official mint of the Netherlands since 1567, producing circulation coins, commemorative issues, and collector sets. Royal Dutch Mint pieces are prized for their craftsmanship and historical significance in numismatic circles.

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Owner

Royal Dutch Mint N.V.

Origin

🇳🇱 Netherlands

Since

1567

Mediums

Coins, Medals

Known For

Rare Coins & Currency

Collector Insight

Proof sets and commemorative euros featuring Dutch masters are particularly popular among European collectors.

Rarity:

Average

2000 Netherlands 10 Gulden Millennium Commemorative Coin

coinsJan 15, 2026

$10 - $30• Feb 2026

Average

Queen Juliana 'Nederland Herrijst' Commemorative Coin

coinsJan 14, 2026

$15 - $40• Feb 2026

Ordinary

1987 Netherlands 5 Gulden (Guldens) Queen Beatrix / Juliana & Bernhard Commemorative Coin

coinsJan 14, 2026

$2 - $10• Feb 2026

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Numismatic milestones from the Utrecht minting facility

1970 10 Gulden 'Nederland Herrijst'

This 80% silver coin, weighing 25 grams with a 38mm diameter, marks the 25th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands from German occupation. Minted in Utrecht, the 1970 issue saw a production run of 6,000,000 pieces featuring the profile of Queen Juliana.

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