⅛ Groot - John III ND (1359-1414) front ⅛ Groot - John III ND (1359-1414) back
⅛ Groot - John III ND (1359-1414) photo
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⅛ Groot - John III ND

 
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Lordship of Megen (Dutch States)
Lord
John III (Jan III) (1358-1417)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1359-1414
Value
1 Denier (Penning) (1⁄12)
Currency
Groot (-1506)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#378755
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Short cross with four letters between its arms. Latin text between pearled circles surrounding.
Toernooihelm tussen 2 verticale lijnen / KZ Kort kruis en met in de kwartieren

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering:
A B C D
MONETA NOVA DE MEGE

Lettering (regular font):
A B C D
MONETA NOVA DE MEGE

Translation: New Money of Megen

Interesting fact

The ⅛ Groot coin from the Lordship of Megen (Dutch States) made of Copper is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and the limited number of coins minted during that time period.