1 Goldgulden - Frederick III (Groningen) ND (1452-1493) front 1 Goldgulden - Frederick III (Groningen) ND (1452-1493) back
1 Goldgulden - Frederick III (Groningen) ND (1452-1493) photo
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1 Goldgulden - Frederick III Groningen ND

 
Gold 3.36 g -
Description
Issuer
Holy Roman Empire
Emperor
Frederick III (Friedrich III) (1452-1493)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1452-1493
Value
1 Goldgulden
Currency
Goldgulden (1400-1525)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.36 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#333689
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Standing, nimbate figure of Saint John the Baptist holding lamb to right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ★ MOnET ★ NOVA ★ I ★ GROnIGES ★

Unabridged legend: Moneta nova imperialae Groningensis

Translation: New imperial coinage of Groningen

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Holy Roman Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick III, who was the last emperor of the House of Habsburg. He ruled from 1452 to 1493 and was known for his efforts to centralize power and reform the Empire. The coin itself is made of gold and weighs 3.36 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.