© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
½ Groat - Adolph de la Marck ND
| Silver | 1.61 g | - |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Adolph of la Marck (1313-1344) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1322-1344 |
| Value | ½ Groat |
| Currency | Gros (1274-1456) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.61 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#412472 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short cross pattée surrounded by double legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
✠ BNDICTV : SIT : nOmEn : DnI
✠ MOnETA hOyESIS
Lettering (regular font):
✠ BNDICTV : SIT : NOMEN : DNI
✠ MONETA HOYESIS
Translation:
Blessed be the name of the Lord
Coinage of Huy
Comment
According to Elsen (Auction 158 catalog), the pictured coin is the only known example.
Interesting fact
The ½ Groat coin from the Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) made of Silver weighing 1.61 g is interesting because it was minted during the reign of Adolph de la Marck, who was the Prince-Bishop of Liege from 1322 to 1344. This coin is a rare example of a silver coin from this time period and region, and its preservation in such good condition is a testament to the craftsmanship of the medieval minting process.
