2 Goldgulden

1559–1561Circulation

Obverse

Half a bust facing right holding spear and skull, all surrounded by legend

Legend
English
GOTHARD · D · G · MAGIS · LIVONIÆ ·
Gotthard Dei Gratia Magistri Livoniae Gotthard, with God's grace, Master of Livonia

Reverse

Wavy four-sectioned shield under cross, all surrounded by legend

Legend
English
MARIÆ · FILI · SERVA · NOS
Mariae Filius Serva Noster Son of Marie, save us

Edge

Type Plain

Issues

  • Wenden

Catalogue numbers

FR#
7

Physical

Metal
Gold
Weight
8.38 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round

Details

Value
2 Goldgulden
= 2.5 Ducat
= 22.5 Mark
= 90 Ferding
= 810 Schilling
= 2,430 Pfennig
Type
Circulation
Ruler
Gotthard Kettler (1559–1661)
Demonetized
Yes

Notes

Depending on the source, this coin is listed as being minted at Riga or at Wenden. Because the mint's name is not mentioned in the legend, Wenden is the most likely mint, although more evidence would be needed to say for sure. Also depending on the source, the double Goldgulden is either stated as being worth 2-1/2 Dukat or 2-3/8 Dukat