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½ Groat ½ Leeuwengroot - William V ND
1354 year| Silver | 1.3 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Holland (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William V of Bavaria (1354-1388) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1354 |
| Value | ½ Groat (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#386547 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée dividing legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ GVILELM DVX COMES
Translation: William, Duke (of Bavaria), Count (of Holland)
Comment
Emisssion of 1354Interesting fact
The ½ Groat (½ Leeuwengroot) coin from County of Holland (Dutch States) made of Silver weighing 1.3 g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of William V, who was the Count of Holland, Hainaut, and Zeeland from 1346 to 1354. This coin was minted in 1354, which was the last year of William's reign, and it features an image of a lion on one side and a shield with the County of Holland's coat of arms on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history for collectors and historians interested in the Dutch States.
