1 Goldgulden - Adolphus II ND (1363-1364) front 1 Goldgulden - Adolphus II ND (1363-1364) back
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1 Goldgulden - Adolphus II ND

 
Gold 3.52 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Cologne (German States)
Archbishop
Adolphus II (Adolf II) (1363-1364)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1363-1364
Value
1 Goldgulden
Currency
Goldgulden (1350-1550)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.52 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#414452
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Saint John standing facing.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: S IOHANNES B

Lettering (regular font): S IOHANNES B

Unabridged legend: Sanctus Johannes Baptista

Translation: Saint John the Baptist.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Cologne is that it was minted during the reign of Adolphus II, who was the Archbishop of Cologne from 1363 to 1364. This coin was made of gold and weighed 3.52 grams, making it a valuable and rare piece in the world of numismatics.