1 Reichsguldiner 1598-1612 front 1 Reichsguldiner 1598-1612 back
1 Reichsguldiner 1598-1612 photo
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1 Reichsguldiner

 
Silver (.931) 24.39 g -
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States)
Period
Free City (1219-1806)
Emperor
Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1598-1612
Value
1 Guldenthaler
Currency
Reichsguldiner (1527-1619)
Composition
Silver (.931)
Weight
24.39 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#132429
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, 60 in orb on eagle's breast.

Script: Latin

Lettering: +RVDOLPH: II: ROM: - IMP: AVG: P: F: DEC:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Reichsguldiner coin from the Free Imperial City of Nuremberg is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by the Empire in 1598, which aimed to standardize coinage across the various German states. The 1 Reichsguldiner was equivalent to 240 Kreuzer, and it was used as a standard unit of account and payment throughout the Empire. Despite its widespread use, the coin was not without controversy, as some states and cities continued to mint their own coins, leading to confusion and competition in the currency market. Despite these challenges, the 1 Reichsguldiner remained an important coin in circulation until the early 17th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1611  - - - - - -

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