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2 Gulden Religious Peace
1855 year| Silver (.900) | 21.211 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Frankfurt (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free City (1372-1866) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1855 |
| Value | 2 Gulden |
| Currency | Gulden (1838-1866) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 21.211 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 2.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#39968 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Inscription within laurel wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ZUR
DRITTEN
SÄCULARFEIER
DES
RELIGIONS
FRIEDENS
VOM 25 SEPT.
1555
1855
Edge
Lettering: ZWEY *** GULDEN ***
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of religious tension and conflict in Europe, particularly between Protestants and Catholics. The coin's theme of "Religious Peace" was a message of unity and tolerance, aiming to promote harmony among different religious groups. Despite the coin's message, the religious conflicts continued, but the coin remains a symbol of the desire for peace and understanding during a turbulent period in history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1855 | 31834 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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