© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
1 Goldgulden - Conrad II of Weinsberg ND
| Gold | 3.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Conrad II (Konrad II) (1390-1396) |
| Period | Rhineland Monetary Union (Rheinischer Münzverein) (1385-1583) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1391-1396 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (20) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#416606 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Central shielded arms in middle of trefoil with three smaller shielded arms at ends.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONETA PINGESIS
Lettering (regular font): MONETA PINGESIS
Translation: Money of Bingen.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz is that it features an image of Conrad II of Weinsberg, who was the Archbishop of Mainz from 1391 to 1396. This coin was minted during his tenure and bears his name and title on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Mainz. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a gold coin from the late medieval period and is highly sought after by collectors and historians.
