


© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
1 Goldgulden - William IV and Louis X ND
1520 yearGold | 3.53 g | 23 mm |
Issuer | Duchy of Bavaria (German States) |
---|---|
Duke | William IV (1508-1550) Louis X (1516-1545) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1520 |
Value | 1 Goldgulden (3.25) |
Currency | Thaler (1505-1622) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 3.53 g |
Diameter | 23 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#322693 |
---|---|
Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Madonna and Child in circle
Lettering: SI. DE9. NOBISC(V). (-) QS. CON'. NO(S).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from Duchy of Bavaria (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1520, during the reign of William IV and Louis X, who were both prominent figures in the German Renaissance. This period saw a significant increase in trade and commerce, which led to the development of new currency systems and the minting of coins like the 1 Goldgulden. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item today, and its historical significance provides a fascinating glimpse into the economic and political climate of 16th-century Europe.