© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
1 Goldgulden - Gerlach of Nassau ND
| Gold | 3.52 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Gerlach of Nassau (1346-1371) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1350-1354 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (20) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.52 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#391552 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. John standing with cross staff and holding out right hand in benediction, mitre besides head.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S IOHA NNES B
Unabridged legend: Sanctus Johannes Baptista
Translation: Saint John the Baptist
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden - Gerlach of Nassau coin 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 1350 to 1354. This was a period of significant economic growth and trade, and the coin was likely used to facilitate transactions and commerce in the region. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold and weighed 3.52 grams suggests that it was a valuable and highly sought-after coin at the time.
