Frankfurt struck coronation goldgulden to mark the election and crowning of Maximilian II as Holy Roman Emperor in 1562 — one of the few occasions when the Free Imperial City exercised its minting rights for a prestige issue rather than routine commerce. The city had hosted imperial coronations since 1562 became the first election held entirely under the terms of the 1356 Golden Bull's full ceremonial framework, and civic authorities exploited the moment to produce commemorative gold that announced Frankfurt's status to the imperial court.
Survivors in any condition are scarce. The issue was never intended for extended circulation.
Frankfurt struck coronation goldgulden to mark the election and crowning of Maximilian II as Holy Roman Emperor in 1562 — one of the few occasions when the Free Imperial City exercised its minting rights for a prestige issue rather than routine commerce. The city had hosted imperial coronations since 1562 became the first election held entirely under the terms of the 1356 Golden Bull's full ceremonial framework, and civic authorities exploited the moment to produce commemorative gold that announced Frankfurt's status to the imperial court.
Survivors in any condition are scarce. The issue was never intended for extended circulation.