© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
¼ Groat - John III ND
| Silver | 0.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Megen (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | John III (Jan III) (1358-1417) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1359-1415 |
| Value | ¼ Groat (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#397398 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle with wings spread facing left, coat of arms below
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SIT nOMEN DnI BnDIC
Lettering (regular font): SIT NOMEN DNI BNDIC
Unabridged legend: Sit Nomen Domini Benedictum
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord
Comment
Lucas 21
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Groat coin from the Lordship of Megen is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the House of Nassau, which was the ruling dynasty in the region at the time. This shield is located on the reverse side of the coin, surrounded by the inscription "SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTUM" (May the name of the Lord be blessed). This design element sets the coin apart from other coins of the same denomination and time period, and highlights the importance of the Nassau dynasty in the region's history.
