© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
½ Groschen - Louis I ND
| Silver | 2.14 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Bar (Bar, French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Louis I (1415-1430) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1419-1430 |
| Value | ½ Groschen (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.14 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#383850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Large cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
SEM’ GROS’° VAREN’
+ SIT: NOMEN: DOMINI: BENEDICTVM
Lettering (regular font):
SEM’ GROS’° VAREN’
+ SIT: NOMEN: DOMINI: BENEDICTVM
Translation:
Half Groschen of Varennes.
Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Interesting fact
The ½ Groschen coin from the Duchy of Bar, minted during the reign of Louis I (1419-1430), features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a crescent moon and a star, which were symbols of the duchy's coat of arms.
