© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Goldgulden - Frederick Ulrich
| Gold | 3.23 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1615-1631 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (3.25) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.23 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252670 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wildman holding tree.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Goldgulden coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was minted during the reign of Frederick Ulrich, who was the Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg and Prince of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel from 1615 to 1631. This coin was made of gold and weighed 3.23 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time. The coin's design featured the portrait of Frederick Ulrich on one side and the coat of arms of the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel on the other. Despite its small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of the region and was widely used for trade and commerce.
