1 Goldgulden 1510-1512 front 1 Goldgulden 1510-1512 back
1 Goldgulden 1510-1512 photo
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1 Goldgulden

 
Gold (.986) 3.25 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States)
Period
Free City (1219-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1510-1512
Value
1 Goldgulden (1.5)
Currency
Schilling (1422-1526)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.25 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#132314
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Full-length facing figure of St. Lawrence, legend in Gothic letters.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: SANCTVS: LA - VRENCIVS.

Lettering (regular font): SANCTVS: LA - VRENCIVS.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Free Imperial City of Nuremberg (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued between 1510 and 1512, a period marked by the rise of trade and commerce, as well as the Protestant Reformation. The coin's gold content and intricate design reflect the growing wealth and influence of the city of Nuremberg during this time.