© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
⅓ Gold Lion - Philip the Good ND
| Gold (.958) | 1.4 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Hainaut (French States) |
|---|---|
| Regent | Philip the Good (1425-1467) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1454-1455 |
| Value | ⅓ Gold Lion = 20 Groats |
| Currency | Gros (1071-1506) |
| Composition | Gold (.958) |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#313795 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield of Burgundy inside a polylobe
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ SIT × NOMEN × DOMINI × BENEDICTVM
Lettering (regular font): ✠ SIT × NOMEN × DOMINI × BENEDICTVM
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅓ Gold Lion coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip the Good, who was the Duke of Burgundy and Count of Hainaut in the 15th century. The coin features an image of a lion on one side and the coat of arms of Hainaut on the other, symbolizing the unity and power of the region. Despite its small size, the coin was made of pure gold (.958) and weighed 1.4 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
