1 Goldgulden ND (1435-1440) front 1 Goldgulden ND (1435-1440) back
1 Goldgulden ND (1435-1440) photo
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1 Goldgulden ND

 
Gold 3.47 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1435-1440
Value
1 Goldgulden (4)
Currency
Mark (1325-1552)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.47 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#178130
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Imperial orb within trefoil.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political significance for the city. The coin was issued between 1435 and 1440, a period when Hamburg was an important member of the Hanseatic League, a powerful trading confederation of cities in Northern Europe. The coin's gold content and its issuance during this time period suggest that it may have played a role in facilitating trade and commerce within the League.