1 Goldgulden - Theodoric II of Moers (Riehl) ND (1419) front 1 Goldgulden - Theodoric II of Moers (Riehl) ND (1419) back
1 Goldgulden - Theodoric II of Moers (Riehl) ND (1419) photo
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1 Goldgulden - Theodoric II of Moers Riehl ND

1419 year
Gold 3.34 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
1419
Value
1 Goldgulden
Currency
Goldgulden (1350-1550)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.34 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#414815
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Coat of arms of Moers, in the angles above Trier, left Bavaria (for Palatinate), right Jülich and below rosette.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: MOn nOV RIL EnS

Lettering (regular font): MON NOV RIL ENS

Unabridged legend: Moneta Nova Rielensis

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 region during the 15th century. The coin's design was created by the artist Riehl, and it is considered a rare and valuable piece among collectors today.