1 Goldgulden - Adolphus I of Nassau ND (1386-1390) front 1 Goldgulden - Adolphus I of Nassau ND (1386-1390) back
1 Goldgulden - Adolphus I of Nassau ND (1386-1390) photo
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1 Goldgulden - Adolphus I of Nassau ND

 
Gold 3.52 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Mainz (German States)
Archbishop
Adolphus I (Adolf I) (1381-1390)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1386-1390
Value
1 Goldgulden (20)
Currency
Denier
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.52 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#416293
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Shielded arms of Mainz within trilobe, three arms in outer tips.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: MONETA LORChEn

Lettering (regular font): MONETA LORCHEN

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz is that it was issued during the reign of Adolphus I of Nassau, who was a powerful German prince and archbishop in the late 14th century. The coin features an impressive gold content of 3.52 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.