Rose Nobel (Countermarked on Gorinchem noble) ND (1590) front Rose Nobel (Countermarked on Gorinchem noble) ND (1590) back
Rose Nobel (Countermarked on Gorinchem noble) ND (1590) photo
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Rose Nobel Countermarked on Gorinchem noble ND

1590 year
Gold 7.55 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Groningen (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1590
Value
1 Rose noble (Rozenobel)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Gold
Weight
7.55 g
Diameter
38 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#334091
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Radiant sun on flowered cross with crowned leopards in the corners

Script: Latin

Lettering: IHD∴ ΛVT∴ TRΛNSIENS∴ PER∴ MEDIVM'∴ ILLORVM'∴ IBΛT

Comment

Delmonte lists countermarked nobles of Zeeland (#1151), Overijssel (#1152) and England (#1153), but not this one.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Rose Nobel coin is that it was countermarked on a Gorinchem noble, which was a type of gold coin that was widely used in the Dutch Republic during the 16th century. The countermark was a stamp or mark that was added to the coin to indicate its authenticity and value. This practice was common during that time period, as it helped to prevent counterfeiting and ensure the integrity of the currency.