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1 Goldgulden - Gerlach of Nassau ND
| Gold | 3.51 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Gerlach of Nassau (1346-1371) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1354-1371 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (20) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.51 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#167605 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Standing figure of Saint John the Baptist holding cross staff, imperial eagle at upper left and Mainz arms at upper right.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Gerlach of Nassau, who was the Archbishop of Mainz from 1354 to 1371. During this period, the Holy Roman Empire was facing economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency. The 1 Goldgulden coin, made of gold and weighing 3.51 grams, was an attempt to stabilize the currency and maintain the value of the gold standard. Despite these efforts, the coin still features a relatively low gold content compared to other coins of the time, reflecting the economic constraints faced by the Archbishopric of Mainz.
