Gelddrache
demonic underworld German folklore single tradition · 1
A type of Drak known as the money dragon, it brings its owner money, gold, and treasures, and may reveal hidden wealth. The money it provides can be spent but will always return to the owner, and owning it is often tied to a specific Taler coin. The Gelddrache demands to be fed millet gruel and dwells in the stove; if neglected, it will escape.
When
- First attested
- 1500 CE
- Attested period
- 1500 – 2020
- Historical notes
- Part of early modern European folklore, particularly in German-speaking regions.
Relationships
- aspect of
- drak
- co occurs with
- Getreidedrache
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“The first is the Gelddrache or money dragon which brings its owner money, gold and treasures, might also show where the latter are hidden.”
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