© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Goldgulden
| Gold | 3.53 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Breslau (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free City (1337-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1524-1530 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (20) |
| Currency | Groschen |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.53 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#383570 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing full-length armored figure of St. Wenzel holding pennant and shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S WENCESL AVS D B
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Goldgulden coin from Breslau (Silesia) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of King Ferdinand I, who was the first monarch of the Habsburg dynasty to rule over the Holy Roman Empire. This period saw significant changes in the economy, including the rise of trade and commerce, and the introduction of new currency systems. The Goldgulden coin, made of gold and weighing 3.53 grams, was likely used for large transactions and would have been a valuable and prestigious coin at the time.
