¼ Mariengulden

The ¼ Mariengulden coin from the City of Hildesheim (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in the early 16th century, a period marked by the rise of trade and commerce, as well as the Protestant Reformation. The Mariengulden was a widely used denomination in the German States, and this particular coin is a rare example of a silver coin from that time period. Its design features the image of the Virgin Mary, which was a common motif on coins during the Middle Ages, and its minting technique and artistry are representative of the advanced craftsmanship of the time.

• medieval
• early modern