¼ Groat - John II ND (1294-1312) front ¼ Groat - John II ND (1294-1312) back
¼ Groat - John II ND (1294-1312) photo
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¼ Groat - John II ND

 
Silver 0.96 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States)
Duke
John II the Peaceful (1294-1312)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1294-1312
Value
¼ Groschen (Groot)
Currency
Groot (1183-1506)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.96 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#415452
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Quartered arms with lions of Brabant and Limburg. Legend in three parts.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: MOnETA LOVAn'

Lettering (regular font): MONETA LOVAN'

Unabridged legend: Moneta Lovanensis

Translation: Coinage of Leuven

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Groat coin from the Duchy of Brabant is that it features a unique design element - a small cross symbol located above the crown on the obverse side of the coin. This cross is believed to represent the Christian faith and was a common feature on coins during the medieval period.