© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
¼ Groschen Spadin - Gaucher of Chatillon, Pretender ND
| Silver | 0.84 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Neufchateau (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Gaucher V de Châtillon (1318-1322) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1318-1322 |
| Value | ¼ Groschen = 3 Deniers (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.84 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#318288 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Downward pointing sword dividing legend, flanked by two alerions.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA nOVOCASTRI
Translation: Coinage of Neufchateau.
Comment
Imitation of the spadin of Frederick IV of Lorraine (see link below).Gaucher de Chatillon was Count of Porciens, and Constable of France under five different kings (1302-1329).
In 1313 he married Isabelle of Rumigny, the widow of Duke Theobald II of Lorraine, and Lady of Neufchateau, and claimed the right to coin in dowry from Isabelle. Frederick IV of Lorraine opposed this, and in 1318 they came to an agreement (reference de Saulcy p. 58) whereby Gaucher's coins would be recognized in the Duchy of Lorraine for as long as Isabelle lived.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Groschen Spadin - Gaucher of Chatillon coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in France. The coin was issued by Gaucher of Chatillon, who was a pretender to the throne of France during the reign of King Louis X (1314-1316). Gaucher claimed to be the rightful king, and his supporters, known as the "Gaucherians," minted this coin as a way to assert his authority. Despite their efforts, Gaucher's claim to the throne was ultimately unsuccessful, and the coin remains a rare and interesting historical artifact.
