1 Goldgulden - Walram IV ND (1375-1385) front 1 Goldgulden - Walram IV ND (1375-1385) back
1 Goldgulden - Walram IV ND (1375-1385) photo
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1 Goldgulden - Walram IV ND

 
Gold 3.49 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Nassau-Idstein (Nassau-Idstein, German States)
Count
Walram IV (1370-1393)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1375-1385
Value
1 Goldgulden
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.49 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#416997
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Walram standing in building.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: MOnETA ETGESIn

Lettering (regular font): MONETA ETGESIN

Translation: Money of Idstein.

Interesting fact

The 1 Goldgulden coin from County of Nassau-Idstein, issued during the reign of Walram IV (1375-1385), features a unique design element - a stylized representation of the coat of arms of the House of Nassau, which includes a lion and a shield with seven stripes. This design was used to symbolize the unity and strength of the Nassau dynasty, which played a significant role in the history of the German States during the Middle Ages.