© Historisches Museum Frankfurt
© Historisches Museum Frankfurt
1 Goldgulden - William II ND
| Gold | 3.51 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Berg (Berg, German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | William II (1380-1408) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1380-1408 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (36) |
| Currency | Albus (1101-1520) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.51 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#403930 |
|---|---|
| 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
Interesting fact
The 1 Goldgulden coin from the Duchy of Berg, issued during the reign of William II (1380-1408), is an interesting piece of history because it was one of the first gold coins to be widely used in Europe during the Middle Ages. It was also a symbol of the growing economic and political power of the German States during that time.
