1 Goldgulden - Frederick II ND (1544-1556) front 1 Goldgulden - Frederick II ND (1544-1556) back
1 Goldgulden - Frederick II ND (1544-1556) photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Goldgulden - Frederick II ND

 
Gold 3.18 g -
Description
Issuer
Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States)
Elector palatine
Frederick II the Wise (1544-1556)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1544-1556
Value
1 Goldgulden (3.25)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.18 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#369321
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Shield of 4-fold arms of Pfalz and Bavaria with central shield in pointed trilobe, small shield of arms in each point.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MO NO AVREA HEIDE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Electors of the Palatinate is that it features an image of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Wise, who was the Elector Palatine from 1544 to 1556. He was a prominent figure during the Renaissance and was known for his support of the arts and humanism. The coin's design was likely inspired by the artistic styles of the time and features a detailed portrait of Frederick II, making it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.