1 Goldgulden - Udo ND (1421-1433) front 1 Goldgulden - Udo ND (1421-1433) back
1 Goldgulden - Udo ND (1421-1433) photo
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1 Goldgulden - Udo ND

 
Gold 3.48 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
East Frisia Chieftains (East Frisia, German States)
Chieftain
Udo (1421-1433)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1421-1433
Value
1 Goldgulden (3.25)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.48 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#417026
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

St. Ludger standing facing.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: SAnCTVS LVDGERVS

Lettering (regular font): SANCTVS LVDGERVS

Unabridged legend: Sanctus Ludgerus

Translation: Saint Ludger.

Comment

Imitation of the coinage of the bishopric of Utrecht (see link below).

 

Udo, commander (vogt) in Aurich for his father the chieftain Focko, became chieftain in Norden through his wedding with Hyma Idzinga in 1421.

Interesting fact

The 1 Goldgulden coin from East Frisia Chieftains (East Frisia, German States) made of Gold weighing 3.48 g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Udo ND (1421-1433) and features the image of a crowned lion on its obverse side, symbolizing the power and authority of the ruler.