1 Goldgulden ND (1480-1511) front 1 Goldgulden ND (1480-1511) back
1 Goldgulden ND (1480-1511) photo
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1 Goldgulden ND

 
Gold 2.71 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Cologne (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1480-1511
Value
1 Goldgulden (20)
Currency
Weißpfennig
Composition
Gold
Weight
2.71 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#107923
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Imperial orb within trefoil, legend surrounding.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: IASPAR MELCHIOR BALTHAS

Lettering (regular font): IASPAR MELCHIOR BALTHAS

Interesting fact

The 1 Goldgulden coin from the City of Cologne (German States) made of Gold weighing 2.71g is interesting because it was issued during a time when the city was an important trading center in Europe, and the coin's gold content made it a valuable and reliable medium of exchange for merchants and traders.