© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Gold Guilder - Henry II ND
| Gold (.986) | 3.21 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Henry II (1608-1624) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1608-1624 |
| Value | 1 Gold Florin (3.25) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.21 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#278901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Full-length figure of Saint Nicolas dividing legend, holding crozier in his left hand, raising right hand over vat with three children inside. Letter G in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA · AVREA ·NANCEII
Translation: Gold coin of Nancy.
Comment
The reverse image refers to a Christian legend in which Nicolas resurrects three children who had been murdered by the village butcher, and brined to be sold as hams.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Guilder - Henry II ND (1608-1624) from Duchy of Lorraine (French States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Henry II, who was the Duke of Lorraine from 1608 until his death in 1624. During this time, the Duchy of Lorraine was facing significant economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency. Despite these challenges, the Gold Guilder - Henry II ND (1608-1624) was minted with a high gold content of .986, making it a valuable and sought-after coin among collectors today.
