1 Goldgulden - William II ND (1360-1380) front 1 Goldgulden - William II ND (1360-1380) back
1 Goldgulden - William II ND (1360-1380) photo
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1 Goldgulden - William II ND

 
Gold 3.54 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Berg (Berg, German States)
Count
William II (1360-1380)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1360-1380
Value
1 Goldgulden (36)
Currency
Albus (1101-1520)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.54 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#195281
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned duke's half-length figure on a throne, lilly scepter leaned in shoulder and holding imperial orb. Ravensberg shielded arms below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: BNDICT QV - I VENIT IN.

Comment

Minted in Mülheim

Interesting fact

The 1 Goldgulden coin from County of Berg, issued during the reign of William II (1360-1380), is an interesting piece of history because it was used as a means of payment during a time when the region was experiencing significant economic growth and political change. The coin's value was equivalent to 1/20th of a Cologne mark, which was a standard unit of account in the region. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of gold, indicating the wealth and prosperity of the region at the time. Additionally, the coin features an image of William II on one side and the coat of arms of Berg on the other, making it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists.