Gulden - David of Burgundy ND (1457) front Gulden - David of Burgundy ND (1457) back
Gulden - David of Burgundy ND (1457) photo
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Gulden - David of Burgundy ND

1457 year
Gold 3.43 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Utrecht (Dutch States)
Bishop
David of Burgundy (David van Bourgondië) (1457-1494)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1457
Value
1 Guilder (30)
Currency
Groot (1024-1528)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.43 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#341133
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross with fleur-de-lis tips and letters forming DAVID in angles and center.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
+DAVID: DE: BVRGONDIA: EPISCOPVS: TRAIECTE
D A V I
D

Comment

Known as Gouden Davidsharp (Dutch) or Harpe d'Or (French).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Gulden - David of Burgundy ND (1457) from Bishopric of Utrecht (Dutch States) made of Gold weighing 3.43 g is that it features an image of David of Burgundy, who was the Bishop of Utrecht from 1456 to 1496. This coin was minted during his reign and bears his name and image, making it a unique piece of history.