© Éditions V. Gadoury
© Éditions V. Gadoury
½ Groschen - Joanna I and Louis I ND
| Silver | 1.30 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | County of Provence (French States) |
|---|---|
| Countess | Joanna I of Naples (1343-1382) |
| Count | Louis of Tarento (1352-1362) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1349-1362 |
| Value | ½ Groschen (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.30 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#196567 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jerusalem cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COMES ⦂ ET ⦂ COMTSA ⦂ PVNICIE
Translation: Count and Countess of Provence.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the County of Provence, which was part of the French States. The coin was issued by Joanna I and Louis I, who were the ruling monarchs of the county at the time. Despite the political instability, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the skill of the medieval minting process.
