© Historisches Museum Frankfurt
© Historisches Museum Frankfurt
1 Goldgulden
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Free city of Augsburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1276-1803) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand I (1556-1564) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1562-1563 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (3.25) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#404040 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast, titles of Ferdinand I.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP CÆS FERDINAND I AVG P F DECR
Interesting fact
The 1 Goldgulden coin from the Free City of Augsburg (German States) made of Gold has an interesting fact that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was minted during the reign of Holy Roman Emperor Ferdinand I, who was trying to standardize coinage across the empire. This coin was one of the first standardized coins minted in the German States and it's made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time. This fact highlights the significance of this coin as a symbol of the economic and political changes that were taking place in Europe during the 16th century.
