1 Goldgulden - Werner of Falkenstein ND (1407-1409) front 1 Goldgulden - Werner of Falkenstein ND (1407-1409) back
1 Goldgulden - Werner of Falkenstein ND (1407-1409) photo
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1 Goldgulden - Werner of Falkenstein ND

 
Gold 3.48 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Trier (German States)
Archbishop
Werner of Falkenstein (1388-1418)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1407-1409
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
References
Numista
N#418962
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Shielded arms within trefoil.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ✠ MOnETA nOVA WESALIEnS'

Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONETA NOVA WESALIENS'

Translation: New money of Wesel.

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 1407 to 1409. This coin was minted during his tenure, making it a unique piece of history that captures the essence of that time period.