1 Goldgulden - Otto of Ziegenhain ND (1428-1430) front 1 Goldgulden - Otto of Ziegenhain ND (1428-1430) back
1 Goldgulden - Otto of Ziegenhain ND (1428-1430) photo
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1 Goldgulden - Otto of Ziegenhain ND

 
Gold 3.47 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Trier (German States)
Archbishop
Otto of Ziegenheim (1418-1430)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1428-1430
Value
1 Goldgulden (20)
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.47 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#418446
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

2-fold arms in pointed trilobe.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: +MOnETA*nOVA*AVREA*OVEn

Lettering (regular font): +MONETA*NOVA*AVREA*OVEN

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Trier is that it was minted during the reign of Otto of Ziegenhain, who was the Archbishop of Trier from 1428 to 1430. This coin is a rare example of a gold coin minted during the Middle Ages, and its weight of 3.47 grams makes it a unique and valuable piece for collectors.