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1 Goldgulden - Wilhelm von Fürstenberg Wenden
1559 year| Gold | 4.22 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | William of Fürstenberg (1557-1559) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1559 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden = 405 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1561) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.22 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#140600 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Person over rays holding child to the right, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CHRISTVS · SAL - VS · NOSTRA · 5 · 9 ·
Translation:
Christ Salus Noster
Christ, save us
Edge
Plain
Comment
Depending on the source, this coin is listed as being minted at Riga or at Wenden. Because the mint's name is not mentioned in the legend, Wenden is the most likely mint, although more evidence would be needed to say for sure.Interesting fact
The 1 Goldgulden coin from the Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) weighs 4.22g, which is unusually light for a gold coin. Most gold coins of that time period were heavier, typically weighing around 8-10 grams. This suggests that the coin may have been minted using a different gold alloy or that it was intended to be used for smaller transactions, hence the smaller weight.
