© 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 | 3.48 g | 23 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 | 1410-1414 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (20) |
| Currency | Pfennig |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.48 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#418680 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large arms within trefoil and two arms and dragon heads in corners.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MOnETA nOVA OVEnB
Lettering (regular font): MONETA NOVA OVENB
Translation: New money of Offenbach.
Interesting fact
The 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Trier, minted during the reign of Werner of Falkenstein (1410-1414), is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of gold, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. The coin weighs 3.48 grams, which is a significant weight for a coin of its size. This coin's gold content and weight make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and historians interested in the economic and monetary systems of medieval Europe.
