© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Gulden - Charles of Egmont ND
| Gold (.771) | 3.3 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Guelders (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles II (1492-1538) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1492-1538 |
| Value | 1 Gold Florin (Guilder) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Gold (.771) |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#278912 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Shield containing arms of Gelderland over short floriate cross. Punctuation by annelets and saltires.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✤ MON ⸰ NOVA × AVREA ⸰ DVCIS × GELR'
Unabridged legend: Moneta nova aurea Ducatis Gelriensis
Translation: New gold coin of the Duchy of Guelders
Comment
Karel van Egmond (Dutch)Known as a Rijder Goudgulden (Dutch) or Florin d'Or au Cavalier (French).
This subtype is distinguished by the alternating rings (annelets) and saltires punctuating the reverse legend (see link for other subtype).
Jülich translates to 'Gulik' in Dutch.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Gulden - Charles of Egmont ND (1492-1538) from Duchy of Guelders (Dutch States) made of Gold (.771) weighing 3.3 g is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Dutch States were fighting for independence from Spain, and the coin was likely used to help finance their military efforts. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the people who used it.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1492-1538) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Gulden - Charles of Egmont ND (1492-1538) coin.
