1 Goldgulden - Rudolph II ND (1590-1612) front 1 Goldgulden - Rudolph II ND (1590-1612) back
1 Goldgulden - Rudolph II ND (1590-1612) photo
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1 Goldgulden - Rudolph II ND

 
Gold 3.03 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Zwolle (Dutch States)
Emperor
Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1590-1612
Value
1 Goldgulden (3.25)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.03 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#303500
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned couble-headed imperial eagle with orb on heart; crown divides legend

Script: Latin

Lettering: RVDOL · II · D · G · ELEC · RO · IM · SEM · AV

Unabridged legend: Rudolphus II dei gratia electus Romanorum imperator semper august

Translation: Rudolf II, by God Grace Elected Ever-Exalted Emperor of the Romans

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden - Rudolph II ND (1590-1612) from City of Zwolle (Dutch States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Rudolph II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Bohemia, and it was a time of great turmoil and upheaval in the region. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance.