1 Goldgulden - John Death of John
1612 year| Gold (.986) | 3.50 g |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John (Johann) (1552-1612) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1612 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (3.25) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.50 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#168541 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
5-line inscription with date.
Lettering: OBIIT / 30. IVLII / ANNO 1612 / ÆTATIS: / 63.
Comment
Struck from same dies as 1/28 Thaler, KM# 13. Fr# 3318.Interesting fact
The 1 Goldgulden - John (Death of John) 1612 coin from the County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) is interesting because it was minted to commemorate the death of John, the ruling count of Stolberg-Stolberg, in 1612. The coin's design features an image of John on the obverse (front side), and an image of his wife, Anna of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt, on the reverse (back side). The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
