$2,500.00 USD
The 1342-1382 Hungary Gold Gulden is a gold coin from the reign of King Louis I of Hungary (1342–1382), also known as Louis the Great. This period was significant in Hungarian and European history, marked by territorial expansion, cultural flourishing, and increasing trade.
The observe features a standing figure of Saint Ladislaus, a revered Hungarian king and saint. He is depicted holding a battle axe and orb, symbolizing justice and divine authority. The inscription includes references to Saint Ladislaus or Louis I, often abbreviated due to the limited space.
The reverse shows a floriated cross with lilies or floral patterns, emphasizing Christian symbolism and reflecting influences from the Florentine florin. The inscription includes abbreviations or inscriptions in Latin, often with the name of the minting city or references to Louis I's titles.
Graded PCGS MS61, this specimen is unusually well-preserved for a 14th-century hammered gold issue. It displays strong central detail with full legends, minor planchet irregularities typical of the era, and original luster in recessed fields. As an early gold trade coin from one of medieval Europe’s dominant monarchs, it holds strong historical and numismatic appeal. Ideal for collectors of medieval Hungary, crusade-era gold, or Florin-influenced monetary types.
