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1 Goldgulden - Wilhelm von Brandenburg
| Gold (.9375) | - | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Riga (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Wilhelm von Brandenburg (1539-1563) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1558-1559 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden = 2-⅜ Thaler (2.375) |
| Currency | Thaler (1558-1559) |
| Composition | Gold (.9375) |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#139815 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Four-sectioned shield surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARCHIO · BRANDE NBORG · Z · ANO · 1 · 5 · 5 · 9 ·
Translation:
Marchio Brandenburgensis Zu Anno 1559
Margrave of Brandenburg of the year 1559
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin was issued as emergency money during the first part of the Livonian War, and did not follow the minting regulations set by the Livonian Order.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Riga (Livonian Confederation) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and change in the region. The Livonian Confederation was a loose alliance of territories in what is now Latvia and Estonia, and it was constantly struggling for survival and independence from neighboring powers. Despite this, the Confederation was able to issue its own coins, including the 1 Goldgulden, which was a significant achievement given the economic and political challenges of the time.