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Goudgulden Nijmegen ND
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Nijmegen (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1523-1526 |
| Value | 1 Gold Florin (Guilder) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#374023 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Nijmegen (double-headed eagle with small shield with double-tailed lion to the right on its chest) within beaded circle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ MONETA ⸰ NOVA ⸰ AVREA ⸰ NOVIMAG'
Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONETA ⸰ NOVA ⸰ AVREA ⸰ NOVIMAG'
Unabridged legend: Moneta Nova Aurea Novimagensis
Translation: New Gold Money of Nijmegen
Comment
Coat of arms of Nijmegen (Source: Wikipedia)
Interesting fact
The Goudgulden (Nijmegen) ND (1523-1526) coin from the City of Nijmegen (Dutch States) made of Gold is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Dutch States were in the process of gaining independence from the Habsburg Empire, and the minting of this coin was a symbol of their growing power and influence. Additionally, the use of gold in the coin's production was a sign of the city's wealth and prosperity.