Florin, Italy, Florence 1353
The gold florin coin took on a dominant role in the growing international trade of the 13th century. Its name comes from the Italian city of Florence, where this type of coin was first produced. The success of the florin was largely due to the fact that the amount of gold in the coin did not change over time, but remained constant. Moreover, many Florentine banks were international companies with networks all over Europe.
This coin dates back to 1353 and shows St John the Apostle, patron saint of the city, on one side. The other side is adorned with the coat of arms of the city of Florence, a heraldic iris flower.
