© B. de Jonghe, 1907
© B. de Jonghe, 1907
½ Gros - Jean the Blind ND
| Silver | 1.84 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Count | Jean the Blind (1310-1346) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1309-1346 |
| Value | ½ Gros (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Livre Tournois (963-1353) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.84 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#96119 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Small patted cross, quartering with a crown in the 4th quarter, surrounded by a double legend between two pearled circles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
+ MOnETA⋮ COMITATIS⋮ LVCEBVRG (ext.)
+ SIGNVM CRVCIS (int.)
Lettering (regular font):
+ MONETA⋮ COMITATIS⋮ LVCEBVRG (EXT.)
+ SIGNVM CRVCIS (INT.)
Translation:
Mint of Luxembourg (ext.)
The sign of the cross (int.)
Edge
Plain
Comment
Very rare type, only 3 copies are known, kept in the cabinet of medals of Brussels.Source:
- the illustrations on this sheet come from the article of N. B de Jonghe, published in 1907 in the RBN, vol. LXIII, p.185
Interesting fact
The ½ Gros coin from the County of Luxembourg, minted during the reign of Jean the Blind (1309-1346), was made of silver and weighed 1.84 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of the local economy and was used for everyday transactions. Its design featured an image of Jean the Blind on one side and the Luxembourg coat of arms on the other. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in the history of Luxembourg and its currency.
