© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Groat "Botdrager" - William IV of Bavaria ND
| Silver | 2.4 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Hainaut (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William IV of Bavaria (1404-1417) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1404-1417 |
| Value | 1 Groat |
| Currency | Gros (1071-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#313884 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short cross pattée with H monogram of Hainaut in small quadrilobe in center, dividing interior legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
(Interior): MOnE TA⁑VA LEnC EnIS
(Exterior): ✠ BnDICTV ⁑ SIT ⁑ nOmE ⁑ DnI ⁑ nRI ⁑ IhV ⁑ XPI
Unabridged legend:
Moneta Valencenensis
Benedictum sit nomen domini nostri Ihesu Christi
Translation:
(Interior): Coinage of Valenciennes
(Exterior): Blessed be the name of Our Lord, Jesus Christ
Comment
Gros "a la mante" in FrenchInteresting fact
The 1 Groat "Botdrager" coin from County of Hainaut (French States) featuring William IV of Bavaria is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage. It's considered a prized addition to any collection of medieval coins.
