© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
1 Goldgulden - Werner of Falkenstein ND
| Gold | 3.5 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Trier (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Werner of Falkenstein (1388-1418) |
| Period | Rhineland Monetary Union (Rheinischer Münzverein) (1385-1583) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1391-1404 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (20) |
| Currency | Pfennig |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#418528 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Central shielded arms within trefoil, three smaller arms in corners.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MOnETA COVELnIS
Lettering (regular font): MONETA COVELNIS
Translation: Money of Koblenz.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Trier is that it features an image of Werner of Falkenstein, who was the Archbishop of Trier from 1391 to 1404. This coin was minted during his tenure and bears his name and title on the obverse side, making it a unique piece of numismatic history.
