1 Goldgulden - Theodoric II of Moers (Riehl) 1437 front 1 Goldgulden - Theodoric II of Moers (Riehl) 1437 back
1 Goldgulden - Theodoric II of Moers (Riehl) 1437 photo
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1 Goldgulden - Theodoric II of Moers Riehl

1437 year
Gold 3.43 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Cologne (German States)
Archbishop
Theodoric II of Moers (1414-1463)
Period
Rhineland Monetary Union (Rheinischer Münzverein) (1385-1583)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1437
Value
1 Goldgulden
Currency
Goldgulden (1350-1550)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.43 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#415070
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Three shielded arms positioned as a trefoil clover around cross. Mainz left, Palatinate/Bavaria right, Trier/Helmstatt below.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: + AnO DnI MCCCCXXXVII

Lettering (regular font): + ANO DNI MCCCCXXXVII

Unabridged legend: Anno Domini 1437

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Cologne is that it features an image of Theodoric II of Moers, who was a powerful bishop and politician in the 15th century. He played a significant role in the politics of the Holy Roman Empire and was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church. The coin's design, which includes Theodoric's image, reflects the importance of the Church and its leaders during this time period.