1 Goldgulden - Frederick I 1531 front 1 Goldgulden - Frederick I 1531 back
1 Goldgulden - Frederick I 1531 photo
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1 Goldgulden - Frederick I

1531 year
Gold - -
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick I (Frederik I) (1523-1533)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1531
Value
1 Gulden
Currency
Gulden (1513-1572)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#428864
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Triple lion shield.

Script: Latin

Lettering: COR REGIS IN MANV DOMINI

Interesting fact

The 1 Goldgulden - Frederick I 1531 coin was minted during the reign of King Frederick I of Denmark, who ruled from 1523 to 1533. It was a time of great change in Denmark, as the country was transitioning from a feudal society to a centralized monarchy. The coin itself is made of gold and features an image of the king on one side and the Danish coat of arms on the other. It was used as a standard circulation coin and was valued at 1 Goldgulden, which was a significant amount of money at the time. It's interesting to note that the coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Denmark, and it reflects the shift towards a more centralized and modernized economy. The coin's design and value also give us a glimpse into the cultural and political values of the time, and it's a fascinating piece of history that can teach us a lot about the past.