© 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 - Ferdinand Maria
| Gold (.900) | 3.25 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Ferdinand Maria (1651-1679) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1674-1679 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (3.25) |
| Currency | Thaler (1623-1752) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 3.25 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#266182 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Madonna and child above crowned arms divide date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· INTESPERANTIBVS CLYPEVS OMNIBVS ·
1675
CZ
Translation: Hopeful shield for all
Comment
Different types are know. With or without circle/mint mark
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Electorate of Bavaria is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand Maria, who was the Elector of Bavaria from 1674 to 1679. During this period, the Holy Roman Empire was facing economic challenges, and the value of gold coins like the Goldgulden was fluctuating. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a popular form of currency among merchants and traders, and its gold content made it a valuable and reliable form of exchange.
