1 Goldgulden 1570 front 1 Goldgulden 1570 back
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1 Goldgulden

1570 year
Gold (.986) 3.22 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States)
Period
Free City (1219-1806)
Emperor
Maximilian II (1564-1576)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1570
Value
1 Goldgulden (3.25)
Currency
Reichsguldiner (1527-1619)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.22 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#132370
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

1/2-length crowned and armored figure to right holding orb and scepter.

Script: Latin

Lettering: D. MAXIM. P.P. ET MARIAE. CONIVGI. AVGVS. FOEL.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden 1570 from Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States) is that it was minted during a time when the city was an important center of trade and commerce in Europe. Nuremberg was a free imperial city, which meant that it was not under the direct control of any lord or king, but was instead governed by its own council of burghers. This coin was likely used in trade and commerce throughout the region, and its gold content and carefully controlled weight made it a reliable and valuable form of currency.