© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
1 Goldgulden - John of Wesemael ND
| Gold | 3.29 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Rummen (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | John of Wesemael (Jan van Wesemael) (1417-1464) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1427-1435 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.29 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#381828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Orb in hexilobe.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ MONETA NOVA ROMANORVM
Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONETA NOVA ROMANORVM
Translation: New Money of Rummen
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Lordship of Rummen is that it features an image of John of Wesemael, who was a prominent nobleman and military leader in the region during the 15th century. Despite being made of gold, the coin weighs only 3.29 grams, making it a relatively small and portable form of currency for its time.