© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
1 Goldgulden - John II of Nassau ND
| Gold | 3.45 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | John II (1397-1419) |
| Period | Rhineland Monetary Union (Rheinischer Münzverein) (1385-1583) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1399-1402 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (20) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.45 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#107794 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quatrefoil with central nassau arms, with the arms of the Rheinish coin-union of Mainz, Cologne, Trier and Pfalz. Legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz, minted during the reign of John II of Nassau (1399-1402), is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of gold, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. The coin weighs 3.45 grams, which is a significant amount of gold, especially considering its age. This coin is a testament to the wealth and power of the Archbishopric of Mainz during the late medieval period.
