1 Umgeldgoldgulden 1621 front 1 Umgeldgoldgulden 1621 back
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1 Umgeldgoldgulden

1621 year
Gold 2.31 g -
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States)
Period
Free City (1219-1806)
Type
Token
Year
1621
Value
1 Umgeldgoldgulden (1.5)
Currency
Reichsguldiner (1620-1753)
Composition
Gold
Weight
2.31 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#132904
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ornate ribbon border, 5-line inscription within.

Script: Latin

Lettering: NVMMVS // AVREVS // PRO AERARIO // REIPVBL // NORIBERG

Comment

Goldgulden circulating token from the Lösungs und Umgeld Amt with a reduced weight of 2/3 of a Goldgulden.
Goldgulden coins with a reduced weight are called Umgeldgoldgulden.

Interesting fact

The A Token 1 Umgeldgoldgulden 1621 from Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States) made of Gold weighing 2.31 g is a rare and valuable coin that is highly sought after by collectors. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648), which had a significant impact on trade and commerce in the region. Despite the challenges of the time, the Free Imperial City of Nuremberg was able to maintain its economic independence and continue to produce high-quality coins like this one.