© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
¼ Groat - Philip the Good ND
| Billon (.266 silver) | 0.70 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip II the Good (1430-1467) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1435-1467 |
| Value | ¼ Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.266 silver) |
| Weight | 0.70 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#108926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Short cross pattee with lions and lilies alternating in the angles. In the center, a small shield with a lion.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ MONETA ⵓ NOVA ⵓ DVC ⵓ BRAB
Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONETA ⵓ NOVA ⵓ DVC ⵓ BRAB
Unabridged legend: Moneta Nova Ducatus Brabantiensis
Translation: New coinage of the Duchy of Brabant
Comment
This type was struck at three mints at different times:Brussels (1435-1437) GH 12-1a (main photos and descriptions)
Mechelen (1454-1456) GH 12-1b. Reverse legend MONETA ⵓ NOVA ⵓ FCA ⵓ MECHL (or variant)
