© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
½ Goldgulden - Conrad II of Rietberg ND
| Gold (.986) | 1.67 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Münster (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Conrad II of Rietberg (Konrad II von Rietberg) (1497-1508) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1497-1508 |
| Value | ½ Goldgulden (1.625) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 1.67 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#375488 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Three shields of Münster, Rietberg and Osnabrück.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ mOnET' AVREA ⋆ mOnASTERIEn'
Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONET' AVREA ⋆ MONASTERIEN'
Unabridged legend: Moneta Aurea Monasterienus
Translation: Gold coinage of Münster.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Goldgulden coin from the Bishopric of Münster is that it features a unique blend of Catholic and Protestant imagery. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Conrad II of Rietberg, the Catholic Bishop of Münster, while the reverse side features the Protestant coat of arms of the County of Rietberg. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex religious landscape of the German States during the early modern period.
