1 Goldgulden - Francis Louis of Erthal 1786 front 1 Goldgulden - Francis Louis of Erthal 1786 back
1 Goldgulden - Francis Louis of Erthal 1786 photo
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1 Goldgulden - Francis Louis of Erthal

1786 year
Gold (.770) 3.25 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Würzburg (German States)
Bishop
Francis Louis of Erthal (1779-1795)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1786
Value
1 Goldgulden
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.770)
Weight
3.25 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#33315
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Representation of Saint Kilian in the center dividing the date, legend around it.Automatically translated

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, and it can be seen on many of the coins produced during this time period. This feature makes the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Bishopric of Würzburg stand out from other coins of the time and adds to its unique historical significance.