1 Goldgulden - Werner of Falkenstein ND (1410-1414) front 1 Goldgulden - Werner of Falkenstein ND (1410-1414) back
1 Goldgulden - Werner of Falkenstein ND (1410-1414) photo
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1 Goldgulden - Werner of Falkenstein ND

 
Gold 3.36 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Trier (German States)
Archbishop
Werner of Falkenstein (1388-1418)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1410-1414
Value
1 Goldgulden (20)
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.36 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#418873
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Trefoil with shielded arms in center, smaller shielded arms at top left and right. Two hippocamp at bottom.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: MOnETA nOVA COVEL

Lettering (regular font): MONETA NOVA COVEL

Translation: New money of Koblenz.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Trier is that it was minted during the reign of Werner of Falkenstein, who was the Archbishop of Trier from 1410 to 1414. This coin is a rare example of a gold coin minted during the Middle Ages, and its weight of 3.36 grams makes it a unique and valuable piece for collectors.