© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
5 Goldgulden - Ferdinand of Bayern ND
| Gold (.986) | 15.14 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Hildesheim (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Ferdinand of Bavaria (Ferdinand von Bayern) (1612-1650) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1615-1617 |
| Value | 5 Goldgulden (16.25) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 15.14 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#158813 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAD.COM.PAL.RHE.DUX.BAU.ANG. WEST.ET.BUL
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Goldgulden coin from the Bishopric of Hildesheim is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe. The Thirty Years War, which lasted from 1618 to 1648, had a profound impact on the German States, including the Bishopric of Hildesheim, and the coin may have been minted as a way to finance military efforts or as a symbol of political power.