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© Kunst Historisches Museum Wien (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0)
1 Goldgulden
| Gold (.986) | 3.24 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Free city of Augsburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1276-1803) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1623-1628 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (3.25) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.24 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#419084 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle within circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERDINAND II D G ROM IMP S AVG P F 1628
Interesting fact
The 1 Goldgulden coin from the Free City of Augsburg (German States) made of Gold (.986) weighing 3.24 g is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued between 1623 and 1628, a period marked by the Thirty Years' War, which had a profound impact on the German states and the Holy Roman Empire. Despite the challenges of this time, the Free City of Augsburg was able to maintain its independence and prosperity, and the coin is a testament to the city's economic and political stability during this period.
