© Hess Divo
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1 Goldgulden - Henry the younger
1558 year| Gold | 3.17 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Henry the Younger (Heinrich II) (1514-1568) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1558 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (3.25) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.17 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna with sail overhead, legend divided by 4 small shields of arms.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The coin was issued in 1558, just a few years after the end of the Holy Roman Empire and the beginning of the Protestant Reformation, which had a significant impact on the region's economy and trade. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, featuring an intricate design and made from pure gold. This coin is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the people of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel during a time of great change and upheaval.
