1 Goldgulden - Albert the Courageous ND (1488-1500) front 1 Goldgulden - Albert the Courageous ND (1488-1500) back
1 Goldgulden - Albert the Courageous ND (1488-1500) photo
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1 Goldgulden - Albert the Courageous ND

 
Gold 3.33 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Duke
Albert III (Albrecht III) (1464-1500)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1488-1500
Value
1 Goldgulden (3.25)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.33 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#181648
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Facing full-length figure of St. John the Baptist, ducal Saxony arms at feet.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: MO'. AVREA - LIPCEnS.

Lettering (regular font): MO'. AVREA - LIPCENS.

Interesting fact

The 1 Goldgulden coin featuring Albert the Courageous from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) has a unique feature - it was made with a unique blend of gold and silver, known as "Goldgulden" which was used in the German States during that time period. This coin was minted during the reign of Albert the Courageous (1488-1500) and weighs 3.33 grams.