1 Goldgulden - John Gottfried of Aschhausen (Neujahrs-Goldgulden) ND (1617) front 1 Goldgulden - John Gottfried of Aschhausen (Neujahrs-Goldgulden) ND (1617) back
1 Goldgulden - John Gottfried of Aschhausen (Neujahrs-Goldgulden) ND (1617) photo
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1 Goldgulden - John Gottfried of Aschhausen Neujahrs-Goldgulden ND

1617 year
Gold (.986) 3.15 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Würzburg (German States)
Bishop
John Godfried of Aschhausen (1617-1622)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1617
Value
1 Goldgulden
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.15 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#156247
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Concentric circles with key arms at center, S-P bove Q-W at "corners

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AUGUSTUM PATRIAE
S.-P.-Q.-W.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648). Despite the conflict, the Bishopric of Würzburg was able to maintain its independence and continue minting coins, such as this Goldgulden, which features John Gottfried of Aschhausen, a prominent bishop of the time.