© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
Gold Guilder - John I ND
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John I (1346-1390) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1348-1389 |
| Value | 1 Gold Florin (3.25) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#316693 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Full length figure of St. John the Baptist facing forward, carrying a long cross in his left hand, and his right hand raised in blessing. Crown mint mark at 11:00.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S.IOHANNES.B ♕
Unabridged legend: SANCTUS JOHANNES BAPTISTA
Translation: Saint John the Baptist.
Comment
This gold coin of Lorraine is sufficiently rare that it was unknown to de Saulcy when he wrote his book in the mid-1800s.Interesting fact
The Gold Guilder - John I ND (1348-1389) from Duchy of Lorraine (French States) is an interesting coin because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of John I, who was the first Duke of Lorraine to mint gold coins. The Gold Guilder was used as a standard circulation coin and was valued at 20 sous, or 60 deniers. It was made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time, and it featured an image of John I on one side and a cross on the other. The coin's design and value reflect the economic and political influence of the Duchy of Lorraine during this period.
