© Schulman auction house
© Schulman auction house
Gulden arms not dividing circle ND
| Gold (.986) | 3.17 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Kampen (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Matthias (1612-1619) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1612-1619 |
| Value | 1 Guilder |
| Currency | Gulden (1590-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.17 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#365630 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Orb in trilobe, titles of Matthias.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + MATHI · D · G · ELEC · RO · IMP · SEM · AVGVSI
Unabridged legend: Matthias Dei Gratia Electu Romanorum Imperator Semper August
Translation: Matthias, by God's grace elected Emperor of the Romans, ever exalted.
Comment
There is a subtype with the shields intersecting the legends, and different legends (see link).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Dutch States. The coin was issued during the reign of Maurice of Nassau, who was a prominent leader during the Dutch Golden Age. This period saw significant advancements in trade, science, and the arts, and the coin reflects the growing wealth and influence of the Dutch Republic during this time.
