1 Goldgulden - John VII of Schönenberg 1587 front 1 Goldgulden - John VII of Schönenberg 1587 back
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1 Goldgulden - John VII of Schönenberg

1587 year
Gold - -
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Trier (German States)
Prince-archbishop
John VII of Schönenberg (1581-1599)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1587
Value
1 Goldgulden (3.25)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#410147
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

4-fold arms of Trier and Schönenberg, in center of pointed trefoil, date above, 3 small shields in point of trefoil.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONETA NOVA AVRE CONFLVEN
87

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Trier is that it features a unique design element - a stylized portrait of John VII of Schönenberg, the Archbishop of Trier, surrounded by an elaborate frame adorned with symbols and motifs. This design was meant to showcase the power and influence of the Archbishop and the coin's value as a symbol of the region's prosperity.