© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
1 Goldgulden - John II of Nassau ND
| Gold | 3.45 g | 22 mm |
| 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 |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#416554 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quatrefoil with central nassau arms, with the arms of the Rheinish coin-union of Mainz, Cologne, Trier and Pfalz.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + MOnETA I hOEST SVP MOGEn
Lettering (regular font): + MONETA I HOEST SVP MOGEN
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 because it was used as a means of payment during a time when the region was experiencing significant political and economic changes. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
