1 Goldgulden ND (1521) front 1 Goldgulden ND (1521) back
1 Goldgulden ND (1521) photo
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1 Goldgulden ND

1521 year
Gold 3.25 g -
Description
Issuer
Free city of Augsburg (German States)
Period
Free city (1276-1803)
Emperor
Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1521
Value
1 Goldgulden (3.25)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.25 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#212692
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, arms on breast, titles of Karl V.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden ND (1521) from Free city of Augsburg (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the Renaissance period, which saw a surge in trade and commerce, as well as the rise of city-states and the decline of feudalism. The fact that it was made of gold and weighs 3.25g suggests that it was a valuable and significant coin at the time, and its issuance reflects the growing wealth and influence of the Free City of Augsburg.