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½ Helmeted Lion - Louis II de Male ND
1365 yearGold | 2.7 g | - |
Issuer | County of Flanders (Belgian States) |
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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 |
Numista | N#310268 |
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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 |
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ND (1365) | 29000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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