© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
½ Groat "with Knight" - William I of Avesnes ND
| Silver | 2.0 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Hainaut (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William I (1304-1337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1304-1337 |
| Value | ½ Groat |
| Currency | Gros (1071-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.0 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#315604 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Short cross pattée surrounded by double legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠ MOnETA ⋮ nOVA ⋮ VALEnCEnEnSIS
✠ SIGnVMCRVCIS
Translation:
New coinage of Valenciennes
Sign of the cross
Comment
Known as a demi-gros au chevalierInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Groat "with Knight" coin is that it features a rare depiction of a knight on horseback, which was a unique design element for coins during that time period.
