The Dutch gulden, also known as the florin, was a currency used in the Netherlands before the introduction of the euro. Other synonyms for the Dutch gulden include the Dutch florin, Netherlandic guilder, and the Holland coin. The gulden had a rich history dating back to the 17th century and was widely used in trade and commerce in the country. Today, the currency has been replaced by the euro, but the old gulden coins and banknotes are still considered valuable collectors' items and a testament to the uniqueness of the Dutch financial history.