© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
1 Goldgulden - Joachim II Hector
1538 year| Gold | 3.22 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Joachim II Hector (1535-1571) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1538 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (3.25) |
| Currency | Thaler (1440-1618) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.22 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#413582 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriated cross with scepter arms in center, 4 small shields of arms in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MON NOVA AVREA BERLINEN
Unabridged legend: Moneta Nova Aurea Berlinensis
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden - Joachim II Hector 1538 from Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Joachim II Hector, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg from 1538 to 1571. During his rule, Joachim II Hector implemented a number of economic and military reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which helped to stabilize the economy and increase trade in the region. The 1 Goldgulden coin was a key part of this new system, and it remained in circulation for many years, becoming a symbol of the prosperity and growth of the Margraviate of Brandenburg during this period.
