© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
Goldgulden
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Breslau (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free City (1337-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1517-1520 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden (30) |
| Currency | Groschen |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#95909 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing full-length armored figure of St. Wenzel holding pennant and shield
Script: Latin
Lettering: S WENCESL / AVS D B
Comment
Ref. S/S#20-21; Sch.#614.Interesting fact
The Goldgulden coin from the City of Breslau (Silesia) made of Gold is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Charles V, who was trying to standardize currency across the Holy Roman Empire. The Goldgulden was one of the first coins to be minted with a standardized weight and purity, making it an important step in the development of modern currency.
