© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Goldgulden - Ernest III
| Gold (.900) | 3.22 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Ernest (Ernst) (1601-1622) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1603-1612 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (3.25) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 3.22 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#270483 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle in circle, date at end of legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDOL. II. ROM. IM(P). SEM. A(V). 1604
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire, and the issuance of this coin reflects the growing influence of mercantilism and the need for standardized currency in trade and commerce. The use of gold in the coin's composition also speaks to the value placed on precious metals during this time period.
