1 Gold Florin - Ferdinand of Bavaria 1619 front 1 Gold Florin - Ferdinand of Bavaria 1619 back
1 Gold Florin - Ferdinand of Bavaria 1619 photo
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1 Gold Florin - Ferdinand of Bavaria

1619 year
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States)
Prince-bishop
Ferdinand of Bavaria (Ferdinand von Bayern) (1612-1650)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1619
Value
1 Gold Florin (8)
Currency
Florin Brabant-Liege (1545-1650)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#353746
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, its tail dividing two digit date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FERD · D · G · ARC · COL · EPIS · LEOD · BA · DVX
16 19

Unabridged legend: Ferdinandus Dei Gratia Archiepiscopus Coloniensis Episcopus Leodiensis Bavariae Dux

Translation: Ferdinand, by God's grace Archbishop of Cologne, Bishop of Liege, Duke of Bavaria

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Gold Florin - Ferdinand of Bavaria 1619 from Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political turmoil in Europe. The coin was issued by Prince-Bishop Ferdinand of Bavaria, who was a prominent religious leader and politician in the region. The coin's minting was likely a symbol of the prince-bishopric's wealth and power, and its gold content and intricate design would have made it a valuable and coveted item among collectors and merchants. Despite its age, the coin remains a fascinating piece of history and a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the time.