© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
1 Goldgulden - Frederick III Groningen
1488 year| Gold | 3.27 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Holy Roman Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Frederick III (Friedrich III) (1452-1493) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1488 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden |
| Currency | Goldgulden (1400-1525) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.27 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#51695 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Full-length standing figure of Saint John the Baptist, holding lamb in left hand and raising right hand in blessing
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: mOnE' * AVRE' * GROnI'GE'S' 88
Lettering (regular font): MONE' * AVRE' * GRONI'GE'S' 88
Unabridged legend: Moneta aurea Groningensis 1488
Translation: Gold coin of Groningen.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden - Frederick III (Groningen) 1488 coin from the Holy Roman Empire is that it features an image of Emperor Frederick III on one side and the coat of arms of the city of Groningen on the other. This coin was minted during a time when the Holy Roman Empire was facing economic challenges, and the use of gold coins like this one was seen as a way to stabilize the economy and promote trade. Despite its small size, this coin has a rich history and is highly sought after by collectors today.
