© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Gold Guilder ND
| Gold (.986) | 3.28 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | City of Metz (French States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1563-1620 |
| Value | 1 Gold Guilder or Florin (3.25) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.28 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#370057 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Saint Stephen, standing left, wreathed, in a mandorla, holding a palm leaf in his left hand, intersecting the legend above and below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S STEPHAN PROTHOM
Translation: Saint Stephen, protomartyr.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Guilder ND (1563-1620) from City of Metz (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 Charles IX of France, who ruled from 1560 to 1574. During his reign, France was experiencing significant economic growth and cultural development, and the Gold Guilder was an important symbol of the country's prosperity and influence. The coin's high gold content and intricate design made it a popular choice for trade and commerce, both within France and beyond its borders. Despite its age, the Gold Guilder remains a highly sought-after collector's item today, with many numismatists and history enthusiasts eager to own a piece of this fascinating period in European history.
