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© Sincona AG
1 Goldgulden - Frederick III, George and John ND
| Gold | 3.21 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick III (Friedrich III) (1486-1525) |
| Duke | John (Johann) (1486-1525) George (Georg) (1500-1539) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1500-1507 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (3.25) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.21 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#170691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Imperial orb within quatrilobe
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MOnE:nOVA:AVR:LIPCEn
Lettering (regular font): MONE:NOVA:AVR:LIPCEN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick III, George, and John, who were all members of the House of Wettin, a powerful dynasty that ruled Saxony for centuries. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing economic influence of the Hanseatic League, a powerful trading confederation that dominated trade in the Baltic Sea region. The coin's gold content and standardized design were likely intended to facilitate trade and commerce across the region.
