¼ Gulden - Frederick IV 1608 front ¼ Gulden - Frederick IV 1608 back
¼ Gulden - Frederick IV 1608 photo
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¼ Gulden - Frederick IV

1608 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States)
Elector palatine
Frederick IV (1583-1610)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1608
Value
¼ Gulden = 6½ Albus (0.1875)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#196372
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

3 small shields of arms, 2 above 1 below which divides date, electoral hat above.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CHVRFVRST. PFALTZ. LANDMVNZ.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Gulden coin from the Electors of the Palatinate is that it features an image of Frederick IV, who was the Elector Palatine at the time of its minting in 1608. This coin was minted during a time of great political and religious upheaval in the region, as the Thirty Years' War was raging across Europe and the Protestant Reformation was gaining momentum. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Palatinate region and its rich history.