1 Goldgulden - Waldemar VI, Ernest I, Rudolph IV and George II ND (1503-1508) front 1 Goldgulden - Waldemar VI, Ernest I, Rudolph IV and George II ND (1503-1508) back
1 Goldgulden - Waldemar VI, Ernest I, Rudolph IV and George II ND (1503-1508) photo
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1 Goldgulden - Waldemar VI, Ernest I, Rudolph IV and George II ND

 
Gold (.986) 3.5 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Anhalt (German States)
Prince
Waldemar VI (1471-1508) Ernest I (Ernst I) (1474-1516) Rudolph IV (Rudolf IV) (1474-1510) George II (Georg II) (1474-1509)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1503-1508
Value
1 Goldgulden (1.5)
Currency
Thaler (1212-1570)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#380297
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Full-length facing figure of St. Ann holding Christchild, 2-folk arms at feet.

Lettering: ANNA MA MATER ANE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political upheaval in the Principality of Anhalt. The coin was issued during the reign of four different rulers: Waldemar VI, Ernest I, Rudolph IV, and George II, which suggests that there was a period of political instability in the region. Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the skill of the mint masters and artisans who created it.