Step into Dutch monetary history with this 1959 Netherlands 2½ gulden “Rijksdaalder” under Queen Juliana (KM#185). Struck in Utrecht in 0.720 silver, it weighs 15 g (ASW ≈ 0.347 troy oz), 33 mm wide and 2.3 mm thick, with a lettered edge reading GOD * ZIJ * MET * ONS * (“God be with us”) and coin alignment (180°). Total mintage for 1959: 7,200,000. A classic pre-euro silver crown-size piece for world-coin and bullion-stacker collections alike.

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 Why This Is a Smart Buy

• Historic & iconic: The rijksdaalder is the Netherlands’ classic large-silver denomination under Queen Juliana—a staple of European type sets.

• Solid silver content: 0.720 fine, ASW ≈ 0.347 troy oz—offering intrinsic silver value plus numismatic appeal (melt value varies with spot).

• Mintage context: 7.2 million were struck—respectable but not huge for a circulating crown. Choice UNC/lustrous coins and attractive toning carry strong premiums.

• Cross-collector demand: Desired by Dutch, pre-euro, and silver-stacker communities; lettered edge and bold shield portrait add display appeal.

• Long-term outlook: Combines bullion floor with historical interest—supporting stable liquidity and potential appreciation, especially in higher grades or certified pieces.

 Sources & Citations

• Numista — Netherlands coins catalogue: technical specs, KM#185 and commonly cited mintage data for the 1959 2½ gulden (Juliana). https://en.numista.com/catalogue/netherlands-1.html

• Krause & Mishler, Standard Catalog of World Coins 1901–2000: lists KM#185 with composition, weight, and dimensions. https://www.krausebooks.com/

• Wikipedia — Rijksdaalder (2½ gulden): denomination history and context. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rijksdaalder

• Wikipedia — Dutch guilder: background on the pre-euro currency. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dutch_guilder

• Royal Dutch Mint (Koninklijke Nederlandse Munt) — about the Utrecht mint and Dutch coinage. https://www.knm.nl/en