1 Goldgulden - Frederick and Sigismund ND (1486-1495) front 1 Goldgulden - Frederick and Sigismund ND (1486-1495) back
1 Goldgulden - Frederick and Sigismund ND (1486-1495) photo
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1 Goldgulden - Frederick and Sigismund ND

 
Gold 3.27 g -
Description
Issuer
Brandenburg-Franconia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1486-1515) Sigismund (1486-1495)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1486-1495
Value
1 Goldgulden (20)
Currency
Schilling
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.27 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#132983
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Floriated cross in circle, small shield of arms in each angle.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: mOnETA: nOVA: AVRE: SWOBACh

Lettering (regular font): MONETA: NOVA: AVRE: SWOBACH

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from Brandenburg-Franconia is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick and Sigismund, who were brothers and co-rulers of the region from 1486 to 1495. This coin was a standard circulation coin made of gold and weighed 3.27 grams. It's fascinating to think about the craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into creating these coins, especially considering the historical context in which they were minted.