© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
1 Goldgulden - John III Sigismund
| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John III Sigismund (1608-1619) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1614-1617 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (3.25) |
| Currency | Thaler (1440-1618) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#413599 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms in inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN PRVSSIAE IVLIAE CLIVIAE MONTIVM D 1615
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued by John III Sigismund, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg from 1614 to 1617. During his reign, he implemented a number of reforms aimed at modernizing the economy and increasing trade, which helped to establish Brandenburg as a major economic power in the region. The coin itself is made of gold (.986) and weighs 3.5 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
