½ Helmeted Lion - Louis II de Male ND (1365) front ½ Helmeted Lion - Louis II de Male ND (1365) back
½ Helmeted Lion - Louis II de Male ND (1365) photo
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½ Helmeted Lion - Louis II de Male ND

1365 year
Gold 2.7 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Flanders (Belgian States)
Count
Louis II of Male (1346-1384)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1365
Value
½ Gold Helm (Gouden gehelmde leeuw)
Currency
Groot (864-1506)
Composition
Gold
Weight
2.7 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#310268
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Short, floriate cross with letter D in the center, inside a polylobe. Letters F L A n in the angles of the cross.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: + BENEDICTVS : QVI : VENIT : IN : NOmINE : DOmINI (punctuation by double saltires)

Lettering (regular font): + BENEDICTVS : QVI : VENIT : IN : NOMINE : DOMINI (PUNCTUATION BY DOUBLE SALTIRES)

Comment

Known as gehemde leeuw in Dutch and lion heaumé d'or in French.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Helmeted Lion - Louis II de Male ND (1365) coin from County of Flanders (Belgian States) is that it features a unique blend of Christian and medieval symbols. The obverse side of the coin depicts a helmeted lion, which represents the coat of arms of the County of Flanders, while the reverse side features a cross fleury, which is a symbol of Christianity. This blend of secular and religious symbols reflects the complex political and religious landscape of medieval Europe, where feudal lords and the Church held significant power and influence.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1365)  29000 - - - - - -

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