1 Goldgulden - Albert II (Hamburg) ND (1438-1439) front 1 Goldgulden - Albert II (Hamburg) ND (1438-1439) back
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1 Goldgulden - Albert II Hamburg ND

 
Gold 3.44 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Holy Roman Empire
Emperor
Albert II (1438-1439)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1438-1439
Value
1 Goldgulden
Currency
Goldgulden (1400-1525)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.44 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#414244
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Standing figure of Saint Petrus facing right.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: MOnET nO HAMBVRGE

Lettering (regular font): MONET NO HAMBVRGE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden - Albert II (Hamburg) ND (1438-1439) coin from the Holy Roman Empire is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Albert II, who was the King of the Romans and the Duke of Saxony. This was a period of significant economic growth and trade, and the coin reflects the increasing importance of gold as a medium of exchange and store of value. The fact that it was made of gold and weighs 3.44 grams suggests that it was a valuable and highly sought-after coin during its time.