© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Guilder "Karolus goudgulden" - Charles V ND
| Gold (.583) | 2.91 g | - |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles V (1506-1555) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1521-1551 |
| Value | 1 Gulden |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Gold (.583) |
| Weight | 2.91 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#344256 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two-headed eagle with 16-fold arms on breast
Script: Latin
Lettering: DA M VIRTVTE COTRA hOSTES TVOS
Translation: Give me strength over your enemies
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Guilder "Karolus goudgulden" coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles V, who was the ruler of the Spanish Empire at the time. The coin features an image of Charles V on one side and the coat of arms of the County of Flanders on the other. The use of gold in the coin's composition was a symbol of the wealth and power of the Spanish Empire.
