© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
1 Goldgulden - John of Luxembourg-Ligny ND
| Gold | 3.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | John of Luxembourg-Ligny (Johann von Luxemburg-Ligny) (1371-1373) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1371-1373 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (20) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#416565 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
4-fold arms within trilobe.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + MOnETA OPIDI PInGVWEnSIS
Lettering (regular font): + MONETA OPIDI PINGVWENSIS
Translation: Coinage of the city of Bingen.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz is that it features an image of John of Luxembourg-Ligny, who was the Archbishop of Mainz from 1371 to 1373. This coin was minted during his tenure, making it a unique piece of history that showcases the religious and political significance of the Archbishopric of Mainz during that time period.
