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½ Groat "Kromstaart" - Jacqueline and Philip the Good as Regent ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Holland (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Countess | Jacqueline of Bavaria (1417-1420, 1425-1433) |
| Count | Philip I the Good (1433-1467) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1429-1431 |
| Value | ½ Groat (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#313712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross pattee intersecting legend, over a shield of Bavaria-Holland
Script: Latin
Lettering: IACOB DUC : BAVA : CON : h3
Unabridged legend: Iacoba Ducissa Bavariae Comtissa Hollandia Zelandiae
Translation: Jacqueline, Duchess of Bavaria and Countess of Holland and Zeeland
Comment
Grolle 20C.1.6aJacqueline of Bavaria ascended the throne of Holland amidst a succession conflict which was ultimately won by Philip of Burgundy. According to the 1428 Reconciliation of Delft, Jacqueline retained her title, but Holland and Zeeland were put under the administration of Philip, until 1433 when he gained full control.
Interesting fact
The ½ Groat "Kromstaart" coin from the County of Holland (Dutch States) features a unique design element - a small knot or "kromstaart" on the reverse side, which gives the coin its name. This knot is believed to symbolize the bond between the Count of Holland and his vassals.
