© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Goldgulden - Frederick III Dortmund ND
| Gold | 3.48 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Holy Roman Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Frederick III (Friedrich III) (1452-1493) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1452-1493 |
| Value | 1 Goldgulden |
| Currency | Goldgulden (1400-1525) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.48 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#414231 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Imperial orb within polylobe.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + MOnETA nOVA TREMOnIEnS
Lettering (regular font): + MONETA NOVA TREMONIENS
Translation: New coinage of Dortmund.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Goldgulden coin is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick III, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1452 to 1493. The coin features an image of Frederick III on one side and the coat of arms of the Holy Roman Empire on the other. The Goldgulden was a standard circulation coin during this time period and was made of gold, which gave it a high value and made it a popular choice for trade and commerce.
