1 Goldgulden - Francis of Waldeck ND (1541) front 1 Goldgulden - Francis of Waldeck ND (1541) back
1 Goldgulden - Francis of Waldeck ND (1541) photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Goldgulden - Francis of Waldeck ND

1541 year
Gold 3.23 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Osnabrück (German States)
Bishop
Francis of Waldeck (Franz von Waldeck) (1532-1553)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1541
Value
1 Goldgulden (3.25)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.23 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#307355
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

St. Peter on throne, shield of Osnabrück arms below

Lettering: MONE + NO ' AVRE x OSb '

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Bishopric of Osnabrück is that it was minted during the reign of Francis of Waldeck, who was the Bishop of Osnabrück from 1533 to 1541. This coin is a rare example of a gold coin minted during the Renaissance period in Germany, and its intricate design and craftsmanship make it a valuable piece for collectors.