⅓ Groat - Margaret II of Avesnes ND (1345-1356) front ⅓ Groat - Margaret II of Avesnes ND (1345-1356) back
⅓ Groat - Margaret II of Avesnes ND (1345-1356) photo
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⅓ Groat - Margaret II of Avesnes ND

 
Silver 1.32 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Hainaut (French States)
Countess
Margaret II (1345-1356)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1345-1356
Value
⅓ Groat
Currency
Gros (1071-1506)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.32 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#314635
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Long cross pattee intersecting legend, with alternating lions and eagles in the angles. Rosette at beginning of legend

Script: Latin

Lettering: ❀mOn ETA⸰V ALEnC En ENSIS

Translation: Coinage of Valenciennes

Interesting fact

The ⅓ Groat coin from County of Hainaut (French States) made of Silver weighing 1.32 g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Margaret II of Avesnes, who was the Countess of Hainaut from 1345-1356. She was a powerful woman who played a significant role in the history of the region, and her coinage is a testament to her legacy.