Steuerwald focused on the precision of relief and the clarity of profile. His medals, such as the one commemorating the statue of Admiral Michiel de Ruyter, demonstrate a mastery of miniature portraiture. He avoided unnecessary ornamentation. Instead, he relied on clean lines and balanced compositions. His studies of Roman coins influenced his own designs, leading to a style that favoured neoclassical order and historical accuracy.

Collectors value Steuerwald for his ability to capture national history within a small diameter. His prints and drawings of these medals provide a graphic look at nineteenth-century Dutch identity. These works suit modern interiors because of their architectural quality and quiet presence. They offer a connection to the tactile history of currency and commemoration without the need for large-scale displays.