© Münzkabinett der Staatlichen Münzen zu Berlin; Karsten Dahmen
© Münzkabinett der Staatlichen Münzen zu Berlin; Karsten Dahmen
1 Goldgulden - Gotthard Kettler ND
| Gold | 4.17 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | Gotthard Kettler (1559-1661) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1559-1561 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden = 405 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1561) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.17 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#355011 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pointed four-sectioned shield under cross, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARIÆ · FILI · SERVÆ · NOS
Unabridged legend: Mariae Filius Serva Noster
Translation: Son of Marie, save us
Interesting fact
The 1 Goldgulden coin from the Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great political and religious upheaval in the region. Gotthard Kettler, the Grand Master of the Order, issued the coin in the late 16th century, shortly before the Livonian War broke out in 1558. The war was fought between the Livonian Order, the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, and the Kingdom of Poland, and it resulted in the eventual dissolution of the Livonian Order and the incorporation of its territories into the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. Despite this tumultuous period in history, the 1 Goldgulden coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
