1 Goldgulden - Louis IV ND (1444-1449) front 1 Goldgulden - Louis IV ND (1444-1449) back
1 Goldgulden - Louis IV ND (1444-1449) photo
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1 Goldgulden - Louis IV ND

 
Gold 3.31 g -
Description
Issuer
Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States)
Elector palatine
Louis IV the Meek (1436-1449)
Period
Rhineland Monetary Union (Rheinischer Münzverein) (1385-1583)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1444-1449
Value
1 Goldgulden (20)
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.31 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#107993
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

T in center with three shielded arms surrounding. Legend surrounding.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden - Louis IV ND (1444-1449) coin from Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis IV, also known as Louis the Rich, who was the Duke of Bavaria and Elector of the Palatinate. During his reign, Louis IV worked to strengthen the economy and trade in the region, which led to the creation of this gold coin. The coin's design features an image of Louis IV on one side and the coat of arms of the Palatinate on the other, symbolizing the unity and prosperity of the region. Despite its age, this coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.