1 Gulden "Karolus gulden" - Charles V ND (1521-1556) front 1 Gulden "Karolus gulden" - Charles V ND (1521-1556) back
1 Gulden "Karolus gulden" - Charles V ND (1521-1556) photo
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1 Gulden "Karolus gulden" - Charles V ND

 
Gold (.583) 2.91 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Spanish Netherlands (County of Holland, Dutch States)
King
Charles V (1506-1555)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1521-1556
Value
1 Gulden
Currency
Gulden (1506-1581)
Composition
Gold (.583)
Weight
2.91 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#105281
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: DA + MICHI + VIRTVTEM + CONTRA + HOSTES ❀

Lettering (regular font): DA + MICHI + VIRTVTEM + CONTRA + HOSTES ❀

Unabridged legend: Da Michi Virtute Contra Hostes Tuos

Translation: Give me strength against your enemies

Comment

Metal composition: Gold 583‰ + Silver 313‰

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Gulden "Karolus gulden" coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles V, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Spain, and it features an image of him on one side and the coat of arms of the County of Holland on the other.