1 Goldgulden - William V 1633-1634 front 1 Goldgulden - William V 1633-1634 back
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1 Goldgulden - William V

 
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel)
Landgrave
William V the Stable (1627-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1633-1634
Value
1 Goldgulden (3.25)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#61122
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Tree in storm, no houses.

Script: Latin

Lettering: .IEHOVA.VOLENTE.HUMILIS.LEVABOR.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden coin from Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel) made of Gold (.986) weighing 3.5 g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War had recently ended, and many German states, including Hesse-Cassel, were struggling to rebuild their economies and maintain their independence in the face of powerful neighboring states. Despite these challenges, the Hesse-Cassel mint was able to produce high-quality gold coins like the 1 Goldgulden, which were widely used in trade and commerce. This coin is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Hesse-Cassel during a difficult period in history.