1 Goldgulden - Christian and Wolrad IV 1615-1617 front 1 Goldgulden - Christian and Wolrad IV 1615-1617 back
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1 Goldgulden - Christian and Wolrad IV

 
Gold 3.19 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Waldeck (German States)
Count
Christian (1588-1637) Volrad IV (Volrath IV) (1588-1640)
Emperor
Matthias (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1615-1617
Value
1 Goldgulden (3.25)
Currency
Thaler (1538-1711)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.19 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#418979
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MATH I D G RO IM SE AUGU

Interesting fact

The 1 Goldgulden coin from the County of Waldeck (German States) made of Gold weighing 3.19 g is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Christian and Wolrad IV, who ruled the County of Waldeck from 1615-1617. This was a period of significant economic growth and trade, and the coin was likely used for international trade and commerce. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold, a valuable and durable metal, speaks to the wealth and prosperity of the region at the time.