© Ed. Bernays, 1910
© Ed. Bernays, 1910
⅓ Plaque - Jean the Blind Luxembourg-Bar Convention ND
| Silver | 1.09 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Count | Jean the Blind (1310-1346) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1343-1344 |
| Value | ⅓ Plaque (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Livre Tournois (963-1353) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.09 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#96159 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Patted cross quartered with four crowns, surrounded by the legend between two pearled circles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MOnETA⦂ DANVILLARIISI⦂
Lettering (regular font): MONETA⦂ DANVILLARIISI⦂
Translation: Money of Damvillers
Edge
Plain
Comment
Very rare type, resulting from the Luxembourg - Bar monetary union. Few known copies, Weiller has listed 5, all preserved in the cabinets of medals in Brussels and Vienna. An undated piece, one of the rare pieces struck at the Damvillers workshop.The average weight of the 5 copies analyzed was 1.17 g.
The extreme weights of 1.09 and 1.3 g.
Source:
- the illustrations on this sheet come from the article of M. Ed. Bernays, published in 1910 in the RBN, vol. LXVI, pp. 283-284
Interesting fact
The Jean the Blind coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's minting was likely a response to the economic and political instability of the time, as the Empire was facing challenges from the Black Death, wars, and internal power struggles. Despite these challenges, the coin's design and production demonstrate the advanced craftsmanship and artistry of the time, showcasing the skill of the mint's engravers and the attention to detail that went into creating this beautiful coin.
