© 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 | 3.53 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Gerlach of Nassau (1346-1371) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1365-1371 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (20) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.53 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#416483 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
2-fold arms of Mainz and Nassau within trilobe.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + MOnETA In OPIDO PInGWEN
Lettering (regular font): + MONETA IN OPIDO PINGWEN
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 1365 to 1371. 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 3.53 grams suggests that it was a valuable and highly sought-after coin during its time.
