Speyer, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany — Central Europe
Gedenk-Tafel
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Memorial Plaque
Photographed by James Hulse, May 20, 2025
1. Gedenk-Tafel / Memorial Plaque Marker
Hier land die Münze in uralten Zeiten das Genollenlchaftshaus der Münzer und hausgenollen weiland der reichstädtischen Patricier; von 1298-1340 zu Rathsuerlammlungen verwendet; zerltórt 1689; an des alten Gebäudes Stelle ward erbaut das Kaulhaus 1748.
Here once stood the mint in ancient times, the guild house of the coiners and their fellow guild members, formerly of the free imperial city's patricians. From 1298 to 1340, it was used for council assemblies; destroyed in 1689. On the site of the old building, the Kaufhaus (trading hall) was built in 1748.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1689.
Location. 49° 19.049′ N, 8° 26.253′ E. Marker is in Speyer, Rheinland-Pfalz (Rhineland-Palatinate). It is at the intersection of Maximilianstraße and Korngasse, on the right when traveling west on Maximilianstraße. The marker is located above the doorway. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Maximilianstraße 90, Speyer RP 67346, Germany. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: „Alte Münze" / Old Mint (here, next to this marker); St. Georgsbrunnen / St. George’s Fountain (a few steps from this marker); Speyerbach - Gießhübelbach (within shouting distance of this marker); Bücherverbrennung in Speyer 1933 / Book Burning in Speyer, 1933 (within shouting distance of this marker); Große Himmelsgasse (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Läutturm / Bell Tower (about 90 meters away); Heilig-Geist-Kirche / Church of the Holy Spirit (about 90 meters away); Konviktskirche St. Ludwig / Seminary Church St. Ludwig (about 90 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Speyer.
Photographed by James Hulse, May 20, 2025
2. Gedenk-Tafel / Memorial Plaque Marker
The marker is located above the doorway
Photographed by James Hulse, May 20, 2025
3. Gedenk-Tafel / Memorial Plaque Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 24, 2025. It was originally submitted on May 24, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 108 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 24, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
