© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
½ Groat "with Knight" - John II of Avesnes ND
| Silver | 2.4 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Hainaut (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John II (Jan II) (1280-1304) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1302-1303 |
| Value | ½ Groat |
| Currency | Gros (1071-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#315000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short cross pattée surrounded by double legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠ MOnETAVALEnCEnEnSIS
✠ SIGnVMCRVSIS
Translation:
Coinage of Valenciennes
Sign of the cross
Comment
Known as a demi-gros auchevalier or baudekinVariants exist, such as spelling SIGNVM CRVCIS reverse
Knight riding right is a different type (reference below)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Groat "with Knight" coin is that it features a unique design element - a knight on horseback on the reverse side, which sets it apart from other coins of the same denomination and era.
