1 Goldgulden - Francis Louis of Erthal 1779 front 1 Goldgulden - Francis Louis of Erthal 1779 back
1 Goldgulden - Francis Louis of Erthal 1779 photo
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1 Goldgulden - Francis Louis of Erthal

1779 year
Gold (.770) 3.21 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Würzburg (German States)
Bishop
Francis Louis of Erthal (1779-1795)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1779
Value
1 Goldgulden
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.770)
Weight
3.21 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#161635
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Palm tree above arms, date below.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Bishopric of Würzburg is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin's design to signify the coin's value and to prevent counterfeiting. The hole was created by drilling a small hole in the die used to strike the coin, which left a small indentation on the coin's surface. This feature is known as a "proof mark" and was commonly used in coins of the time period to ensure their authenticity.