© Landeshauptstadt Mainz Stadtarchiv (CC0)
© Landeshauptstadt Mainz Stadtarchiv (CC0)
1 Goldgulden - Wolfgang of Dalberg
1596 year| Gold | 3.25 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Wolfgang of Dalberg (1582-1601) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1596 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (3.25) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.25 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298114 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Small shield of Mainz arms in center of pointed quatrefoil, small shield of arms in each of the points at left, top and right, date in bottom lobe
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONE. - . NOVA. - . AVRE - . MOGV.
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Interesting fact
The 1 Goldgulden coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz, featuring Wolfgang of Dalberg, has a unique feature - it has a hole in the center, which was a common design element for coins during that time period. This hole was used to thread a cord or chain through, allowing the coin to be worn as a pendant or amulet. This shows that the coin was not only used as a means of currency but also had a symbolic or decorative function.
