© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Groat - Charles V Maastricht
| Billon (.260 silver) | 1.83 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (Duchy of Brabant, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles V (1506-1555) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1508-1516 |
| Value | 1 Groot (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1713) |
| Composition | Billon (.260 silver) |
| Weight | 1.83 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#411728 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long forked cross dividing legend, alternating lions and lilies in the angles and mint mark at center.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SIT × nO × DOmInI × BEnEDICTV × 151Z
Lettering (regular font): SIT × NO × DOMINI × BENEDICTV × 151Z
Unabridged legend: Blessed be the name of the Lord
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord
Comment
Lettering variants obverse are known. Same type struck at Antwerp has different obverse legend and is listed separately.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groat coin from Charles V's reign is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Duchy of Brabant, which was a province in the Spanish Netherlands. This shield is located on the reverse side of the coin, beneath the crowned shield with the coat of arms of Charles V. This feature sets the coin apart from other coins issued by Charles V during the same period and adds to its historical significance.
