© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
¼ Groat "Braspenning" - John the Fearless ND
| Billon (.320 silver) | 0.89 g | - |
| Issuer | Burgundian Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John the Fearless (1404-1419) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1409-1416 |
| Value | ¼ Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (864-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.320 silver) |
| Weight | 0.89 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#313027 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross pattee intersecting legend. Alternating fleur-de-lis and lions in the angles of the cross
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONETA ⋮ NOVA ⋮ FLANDRIA
Lettering (regular font): MONETA ⋮ NOVA ⋮ FLANDRIA
Translation: New coinage of Flanders
Comment
Letters A without crossbarsInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Groat "Braspenning" coin is that it was minted during the reign of John the Fearless, who was the Count of Flanders and Duke of Burgundy in the early 15th century. The coin features an image of John the Fearless on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing his role as a powerful ruler and his commitment to the Catholic Church. The use of billon, a silver-copper alloy, was a common practice during this time period, as it was more durable than pure silver and helped to prevent counterfeiting. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the ¼ Groat "Braspenning" coin is a rare and valuable collector's item today, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
