1 Goldgulden - George William 1620 front 1 Goldgulden - George William 1620 back
1 Goldgulden - George William 1620 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Goldgulden - George William

1620 year
Gold (.986) 3.22 g -
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1619-1640)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1620
Value
1 Goldgulden (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.22 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#313516
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned sceptre shield in inner circle

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LM
• H • RO • REI • E • CA • VN • KHVR • I •
16Z0

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the State of Brandenburg-Prussia is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1620, just a few years after the Thirty Years' War had begun, which had a profound impact on the economy and trade in the region. Despite the challenges of this time period, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its gold content and detailed design showcasing the advanced minting techniques of the time.